The design and composition of music and sound art performance that involves instruments in combination with a variety of electronic components demands a diverse and extensive skill and knowledge set. Pedagogical approaches that guide young practitione...
The design and composition of music and sound art performance that involves instruments in combination with a variety of electronic components demands a diverse and extensive skill and knowledge set. Pedagogical approaches that guide young practitioners in the creation of “mixed music” composition confront the challenge of striving to equip the composer with the necessary skills and experience drawn from many diverse practices and technologies, some of which are rarely considered in conventional pedagogical contexts. Categories of mixed music, mixed music studies, pedagogical approaches to the teaching of mixed music, and the skills and roles involved in mixed music production are discussed. The objective is to provide a global overview and consideration of the issues involved in teaching, learning and creating mixed music.