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Peer Gynt. (2004)
Other
Dempster, K. (2004). Peer Gynt

Bartok & Kodaly. (Linn Records CKD 234) (2004)
Exhibition / Performance
Ferguson, P. (2004). Bartok & Kodaly. (Linn Records CKD 234). Performed at Edinburgh. 1 August 2004 - 31 August 2004. (Unpublished)

No abstract available.

doing what has to be done (2003)
Other
Burton, K. (2003). doing what has to be done. [Score]. Edinburgh, Scotland

A solo horn piece. Commissioned by Tim Hunter

De contemplationis digitis. (2003)
Other
Hails, J. (2003). De contemplationis digitis. Cheltenham, UK

In this piece, my research aim was to develop the contrary relationship of the flute (blown, sustained sound) to piano (struck, decaying sound) in the context of a playful formal scheme relating text and music. Initial conversation with the flauti... Read More about De contemplationis digitis..

the eyes are filled with images (2003)
Other
Burton, K. (2003). the eyes are filled with images. [Score]. Edinburgh, Scotland

Work for Strings (2 violins and 2 Cellos) and Woodwind (Flute, Oboe, Clarinet and Bassoon). It took its structural inspiration from the mechanics of a kaleidoscope. It was the first piece of the composer's output that explored the relationship betw... Read More about the eyes are filled with images.

Lovesongs. (2003)
Other
Hails, J. (2003). Lovesongs. London, UK

The research aims of this piece were to explore a tempo grid, using tempo ratios to construct a complex metrical texture in conjunction with the use of quotation to create formal outline to each movement. The tempo grid (seven tempi, related by si... Read More about Lovesongs..

Cantus 1. (2002)
Other
Hails, J. (2002). Cantus 1. London, UK

The objective in writing Cantus 1 was to produce a very controlled piece of violin writing using a limited number of pitches, while the piano plays a very passive role, quietly keeping time with chords echoing the violin's harmonies. The soundworld w... Read More about Cantus 1..

Seven fans for Alma Mahler. (2002)
Other
Dempster, K. (2002). Seven fans for Alma Mahler

"Seven Fans for Alma Mahler" is based on the tumultuous love affair between Oskar Kokoschka and Gustav Mahler's widow, and on the seven beautiful fans he painted for her throughout their three-year liaison (1912-1915). The work is structured closely... Read More about Seven fans for Alma Mahler..

Chaconne: in memoriam Colin O'Riordan. (2002)
Exhibition / Performance
Ashton, N. (2002). Chaconne: in memoriam Colin O'Riordan. Performed at Edinburgh. 5 February 2002 - 5 February 2002. (Unpublished)

No abstract available.

Der Heimat zu. (2001)
Other
Hails, J. (2001). Der Heimat zu. Cheltenham, UK

This piano piece is written using a floating, non-functional tonal language that recalls the other composers featured in the programme, while remaining recognisably modern. It also conveys a sense of 'broken time', of scrambled perception and of a fi... Read More about Der Heimat zu..

Six feet of blood. (2005)
Other
Dempster, K. (2005). Six feet of blood

The work is based on the poem, 'So many make one' by Norman MacCaig. The poem expresses the development, as well as the passing, of the many different stages in our lives; and by employing a technique of continually recurring musical material, Kennet... Read More about Six feet of blood..

The Cold Dancer. (2005)
Other
Dempster, K. (2004). The Cold Dancer

The work’s starting-point and source of inspiration is the poem, A Reel of Seven Fishermen by the Orcadian poet, George Mackay Brown and the music is structured closely around the form and ideas found in the poem. In the early stages of the work, the... Read More about The Cold Dancer..

enlightenment (2016)
Other
Hails, J. (2016). enlightenment. [Musical score]. London, UK

Musical work for solo or duo microtonal trumpet(s) and fixed media.

for three (2015)
Other
Hails, J. (2015). for three. [Musical score]. Print manuscript in possession of composer

Musical work (duration 41') for three unspecified melodic sustaining instruments. Work employs specific tuning related to just intervals.

for one (2016)
Other
Hails, J. (2016). for one. [Musical score]. Print manuscript in the possession of the composer

Musical work (duration 19') for oneunspecified melodic sustaining instrument. Work employs specific tuning related to just intervals.

Appropriation, Additive Approaches and Accidents: The Sampler as Compositional Tool and Recording Dislocation (2010)
Journal Article
Harkins, P. (2010). Appropriation, Additive Approaches and Accidents: The Sampler as Compositional Tool and Recording Dislocation. Journal of the International Association for the Study of Popular Music, 1(1), 1-19. https://doi.org/10.5429/2079-3871%282010%29v1i2.3en

Brian Eno describes the recording studio as a compositional tool that has enabled composers to enjoy a more direct relationship with sound. This article will explore the use of the digital sampler as one of the studio tools that forms part of this cr... Read More about Appropriation, Additive Approaches and Accidents: The Sampler as Compositional Tool and Recording Dislocation.

David Bowie’s late revival belongs to a grand tradition dating back to Beethoven (2017)
Newspaper / Magazine
Frayn, A., & Durkin, R. (2017). David Bowie’s late revival belongs to a grand tradition dating back to Beethoven. https://theconversation.com/david-bowies-late-revival-belongs-to-a-grand-tradition-dating-back-to-beethoven-71031

On David Bowie's Blackstar as embodying aspects of late style, as discussed by Theodor Adorno and Edward Said. https://theconversation.com/david-bowies-late-revival-belongs-to-a-grand-tradition-dating-back-to-beethoven-71031

Haftor Medbøe & Anneke Kampman - Places and Spaces (2012)
Other
Medbøe, H. (2012). Haftor Medbøe & Anneke Kampman - Places and Spaces. Edinburgh, UK

An album of nine compositions featuring Anneke Kampman (vocals), Andy Jeffcoat (synth), Richard Kass (percussion). Engineered by Michal Jankowski Produced by Graham Coe Released in September 2009