Group Improvisation in a Multimedia Environment
Workshop Description:
In this workshop, we will create a multi-movement piece that combines open-ended structures and free improvisation. The result will be somewhat of a “guerrilla opera,” using conduction (hand cues), graphic scores, and memory-improv structures. The workshop is open to any type of artist: musicians, singers, dancers, painters, videographers, sculptors, and computer-based artists. We will focus in particular on strategies of interdisciplinary group interaction.
The literary element of the workshop is based on the writings of Norton I, Emperor of the United States and Protector of Mexico. Norton declared himself emperor in 1859 and promptly abolished Congress, decreed bridges be built over the ocean, and printed his own money. Consequently, the piece may have a political subtext that resonates with the current geo-political situation. The words, letters, rhythms, and structure of Norton’s texts will be used as source material by each participant.
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