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Abstract
This project aims to demonstrate how powerful rhythm can be when used as a resource to create new ideas, specifically through the analysis and application of rhythmic cells from traditional music in a contemporary music context. It explores how to use resources from the past to inspire and create ideas for the future. It is important to note that being inspired by traditional music doesn’t mean the composition will take a world music direction; it is just a rhythmic cell, a resource. To demonstrate this concept, I produced an album where each song was composed using a method I created to utilize rhythmic cells. I will explain each step of this method in detail, analyzing the creative process. During the process, it was challenging to manage the production time. I decided to record all the instrumentation by myself except for strings and vocals and also took care of the mixing process. Although this has been complex, it has helped me improve several aspects of the production process. This material is designed for every musician to expand their perspective on the composition and arrangement process. It is hoped that my work will inspire our community.
Publication Date
7-1-2024
Campus
Valencia (Spain) Campus
Recommended Citation
Falcon Medrano, Marco Joshep. “The Rhythm as a Resource.” Master's thesis, Berklee College of Music, 2024. https://remix.berklee.edu/graduate-studies-contemporary-performance/306.