Quasar continues its exploration of the world of sound in the digital age, presenting four works for saxophone and electroacoustic audio and video components. Four composers at the forefront of contemporary music team up with the musicians of Quasar to explore the many fascinating possibilities that arise from the encounter between acoustic instruments and technology. Real-time sound processing, electronic soundtracks, video, spatialization, and virtual identities are just some of the ways in which they explore the world of sound, offering audiences an immersive, sensitive, powerful experience.
A week-long residency is the core of the artistic process. It's a time for research, experimentation, and exchange, that culminates in a workshop open to the public. Workshops during the week are open upon request to the CIRMMT and McGill communities.
Since 2013, the Électro series has been co-produced with CIRMMT, optimising the conditions for research and creation. The series has won two Opus awards from the Conseil québécois de la musique.
For this edition, Quasar is joining forces with Ensemble FlashBack for the Électro series in two phases: one in Montreal and the other in Perpignan, where a visual component will be added to the constantly evolving project.
Discover or rediscover previous Electro Series.
