Sound space expansion by Philipp Dangas

Introduction to sound space expansion

Sound space expansion or the creation of sound spaces is also made possible through the use of timbres (as compositional material). It is about fictional spaces, i.e. "imagined spaces". Different sound-spatial effects are achieved. And of paramount importance is maintaining the identity of the sound.

Contribution to sound space expansion

Space is an integral part of all music and also the "natural" extension of a musical instrument. Affects our experience impressions as far as the actual sound is concerned. But not only because of the different placement of individual instruments in the room. But also because of their different acoustic abilities and presence. This means that individual instruments can stand out much more than others.

This is due to the different sound spectrums of the instruments. Added to this is the acoustic and musical order of individual events. This means that objects considered important by the composer are orchestrated in such a way that they are to emerge through the choice of instruments, volume, register, etc.

These possibilities of shaping the music can be taken to the limit where virtually nothing works. That means nothing other than doing without something new. And in doing so, they deny themselves the inclination of people for variety. However, ideas and views in music, as well as the means of practical implementation (change in the choice of instruments), are subject to historical change. In other words, changes that take place over a longer period of time. And in this change, orders and systems, but also demarcations or limitations, are devised by people, sound spaces are "created" and made audible through the sound means used.

Sound space expansion in the context of "symphonic world music"

The sound space expansion is basically a possibility for (promising ) design of music. Accessible within the framework of symphonic world music through the possibilities of the classical orchestra. Of course, it happens because of border crossings and links between Western music and traditional forms of music with the aim of “musical Identities”, via revisions and additions, to be “sounded” in parallel with the spirit of the times.

When the “musical identities” are brought together, they should not merge if possible. Otherwise there is a danger that they will be isolated in the narrowness of the sound space and destroyed in the long term. On the other hand, the expansion of the sound space runs the risk of becoming a pointless project.

This is precisely the challenge of the expansion of the sound space. There in lies the challenge of expanding the sound space. To expand the sound space of world music without merging the sound identities. Exactly, bring them together so closely that there is no longer a break between them and the distinctive features should nevertheless remain perceptible. Basic prerequisite for the realization of the "symphonic world music". With the aim of being able to shape this music in a promising way. To expand without letting the sound identities merge. Exactly, bring them together so closely that there is no longer a break between them and the distinctive features should nevertheless remain perceptible. Basic prerequisite for the realization of the "symphonic world music". With the aim of being able to shape this music in a promising way.