Using the volcas we scored to some film without any pre-preparation or practice. I was familiar with using the volcas on a basic level however, I was given a different one to one I had used before – adding another level of volatility to the scoring. We were initially given something very abstract and so scoring against it was very open ended, i found that my first initial reaction was the best one. There was something really organic about doing something without any intital preperation – (something i would also do later in a future performance).
We then moved onto more narrative based films, with loads of different cuts and edits and fast paced action. I found this one more difficult – but of course it didn’t need to be perfect, finding little moments that turned out good at the end and creating something larger with the amalgamation of little pieces. I found using the filter along with the LFO’s allowed for very quick change during scenes.
I really enjoyed seeing how each group incorporated different techniques within the scoring – in the heat of the moment. It was interesting to the different ways in which each team responded to an action on screen and how they used the volca to enhance a vital moment e.g someone falling over, a extreme jump etc.
I think when creating there is always a level of spontaneity. Recently, whilst sitting in a park I randomly decided to record some atmosphere which I felt would work with my piece. With this came a level of uncertainty and not really knowing what would happen within the atmosphere that would be included within the recording.