Indeterminacy, Generative and Improvisation in Live Electronic Music
: Indeterminacy and improvisation in live electronic music refer to the elements of unpredictability and spontaneity in performances. Indeterminacy involves incorporating chance or randomness into the music-making process, often using generative algorithms, random control parameters, or unpredictable sources of sound. This approach allows for unique, ever-changing results that can't be fully premeditated. Improvisation, on the other hand, emphasizes real-time creativity and decision-making by the performer. In live electronic music, this might involve manipulating live sound inputs, adjusting synthesis parameters, or interacting with software in ways that are intuitive and responsive to the moment. Together, indeterminacy and improvisation create dynamic, evolving performances where the final outcome is shaped by both structured elements and spontaneous actions.
