Exploring the Use of Laptop-Based Sound Technology to Enhance Percussion Performance

Abstract

The combination of percussion and electronic sound provides new possibilities, growing with ever changing and advancing technological capabilities of human interfaces with computers. The purpose of the research is to broaden my performance capability using digital sound technology. My knowledge and experience of this technology will be expanded through preparing works that incorporate it within live performance. This research aims to provide useful insights to other percussionists seeking to develop their abilities through approaching and performing works for percussion and electronics.