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Abstract
This CE project investigates how an instrument can react to the live musician by adding to a performance or studio recording through technological means. The desired outcome is finding a balance between improvisation and controlled musical elements during a performance using technology. Through the programs Max MSP and Ableton, the student created a Max for Live Device that reacts to the input of a microphone. Based on the incoming information, the patch enables FX processing and algorithms that adhere to frequency, velocity, and range parameters. The device, named Evie, works in exclusively in Ableton and will be potentially available to those with Ableton Suite. Knowledge of Max to use the device will not be required to operate it, as an intuitive interface accompanies it. The device aims to push the live performer to engage with technology to explore the new ways the musician can perform.
Publication Date
7-1-2023
Campus
Valencia (Spain) Campus
Keywords
Max for Live, Ableton, Performance, Technology
Recommended Citation
Gardner, Lars. “Evie: A Max for Live Device.” Master's thesis, Berklee College of Music, 2023. .