Where we are so far...

Just before I start - it's all got a bit complicated with the blog - basically I haven't had access to the Internet until pretty much today - so some blogs are missing...they have been written though -so don't fret - they are just in a notebook, going back to old-fashioned pen and paper!!

I haven't had a chance yet to write them up on here - but I'll be sure to do that soon and date them appropriately!

Right, well that's a minor announcement over and done with...now let's get down to business!

We are currently on Day 4, it's about 15:05pm and today we've started writing 'modules' to play with and improvise around ready to start getting some idea as to what the piece is going to be like, sound like, how it's organised etc. etc.

I've written my module - hence I thought I'd use this little window of time to write a speedy blog! 

By writing these little four bar rhythm structures, we're basically making a potential, proposed framework for tiny bits of the overall piece...

By doing it this way as well, it means we can get together in smaller groups, or sit individually to give our own input, which then will get played, played around with, and discussed.

...reading that back - that makes it sound ever so structured and austere - it's not like that at all! The whole collaboration is one of freedom, individuality within a tightly knit group, different influences and styles and collective spirit. 

It is quite phenomenal how these ten people (including myself) have clicked - we instantaneously made connections and hit it off incredibly - and together we form a 10-composer network like a perfectly fitting global jigsaw, each standing as a different piece with different edges and links, but all connecting.

Truly amazing!

But, anyway - you will hear more about the beginning of this extraordinary collaboration when I write up my notes on here!

I've also got audio and pictures which I'll endeavour to upload on my MacBook - a gift from the TAC to all of us for being part of this programme...nice!

Right - more soon!