Date of Award
2021
Document Type
Thesis - ECU Access Only
Publisher
Edith Cowan University
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy
School
Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA)
First Supervisor
Renee Newman
Second Supervisor
Lindsay Vickery
Third Supervisor
Stewart Smith
Abstract
Throughout the history of art music there are few examples of collaborations between composers resulting in multi-authored works. Collaboration in music performance and other artistic endeavours however is well established, as is the benefit of collaboration in other fields of study. This research investigates collaborative precedents throughout the history of art music and builds on these, exploring what happens when composers collaborate. Specifically, through a practice-led methodology, 10 compositional projects are developed through collaboration with different groups and individuals. Specific methods emerge through practice, with insight gained from each project shaping the next, leading to a reiterative, reflexive research process. This culminates in a series of collaborative models for composers resulting in 10 distinct artistic projects, demonstrating the creative potential of collaborative composition. These results suggest that collaboration between composers is under-explored and has the potential to contribute new and novel approaches to composition. Both the resulting creative work and collaborative models may serve as frameworks for composers to increase collaborative work in their own practice.
Recommended Citation
Luebbers, J. (2021). Cheek to cheek: Transforming a compositional practice through collaboration. Edith Cowan University. Retrieved from https://ro.ecu.edu.au/theses/2445