While experimental improvisation techniques are primarily applied in small jazz ensembles, the repertoire and style for large jazz ensembles, like big bands, consists largely of traditional mainstream big band music from the 1940s till the 1960s. Improvisation, a key element in jazz was used by members of New York School of composers [John Cage, Morton Feldman, Earle Brown and Christian Wolff] to attain a central aim: reducing composer influence. This practice-based research project focuses on creating a folio of new music exploring the application of abstract composition techniques of the NY school in large jazz ensemble, articulated by a critical commentary.
Marike van Dijk is a Dutch jazz saxophonist and composer. She has released three albums as a bandleader. Her most recent release features a collaboration with singer-songwriters and her large jazz ensemble from New York and the Netherlands: The Stereography Project feat. Jeff Taylor & Katell Keineg. Other work includes compositions for film and collaborations with dancers and visual artists.
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