MASTERCLASS • LISTENING TO THE LIVING WORLD
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MASTERCLASS • LISTENING TO THE LIVING WORLD
Musical Creation, Instruments and Improvisation with Living Nature
Program designed for Grade 11 music students and college-level music students
With Patrick Therrien, musician, composer and educator
Program designed for Grade 11 music students and college-level music students
With Patrick Therrien, musician, composer and educator
OVERVIEW
What if a plant could become a musical creative partner?
Listening to the Living World is a unique masterclass where musical creation, instrument design, technology, deep listening, improvisation, and the plant world come together.
Through the presentation of his instruments and artistic approach, Patrick Therrien invites students to discover two instruments that are central to his musical universe: his handcrafted vibrational flutes made from natural wood and the Quartzophone (Crystal Harp).
Students are then introduced to PlantWave, a technology that converts electrical variations measured on a plant into musical data that can be used as a source for sound creation.
After demonstrating this artistic process, Patrick invites participants to become creators themselves by improvising live with a plant using their own musical instruments.
The objective is not to imitate Patrick's music, but to learn how to listen, respond, interact, and create in the moment.
What if a plant could become a musical creative partner?
Listening to the Living World is a unique masterclass where musical creation, instrument design, technology, deep listening, improvisation, and the plant world come together.
Through the presentation of his instruments and artistic approach, Patrick Therrien invites students to discover two instruments that are central to his musical universe: his handcrafted vibrational flutes made from natural wood and the Quartzophone (Crystal Harp).
Students are then introduced to PlantWave, a technology that converts electrical variations measured on a plant into musical data that can be used as a source for sound creation.
After demonstrating this artistic process, Patrick invites participants to become creators themselves by improvising live with a plant using their own musical instruments.
The objective is not to imitate Patrick's music, but to learn how to listen, respond, interact, and create in the moment.
FROM INSTRUMENTS TO INSPIRATION
Vibrational Flutes
Patrick presents his vibrational flutes crafted from staghorn sumac, ash, cedar and other native woods.
Students discover:
- the history and origins of these flute traditions;
- how the instruments are designed and built;
- the relationship between construction and sound quality;
- expressive possibilities including:
- breath and airflow;
- articulation;
- dynamics;
- vibrato;
- glissando;
- silence;
- timbre;
- register.
This introduction highlights the importance of breath, listening and expression in musical performance.
Patrick presents his vibrational flutes crafted from staghorn sumac, ash, cedar and other native woods.
Students discover:
- the history and origins of these flute traditions;
- how the instruments are designed and built;
- the relationship between construction and sound quality;
- expressive possibilities including:
- breath and airflow;
- articulation;
- dynamics;
- vibrato;
- glissando;
- silence;
- timbre;
- register.
This introduction highlights the importance of breath, listening and expression in musical performance.
The Quartzophone (Crystal Harp)
Patrick then introduces the Quartzophone, an extraordinary crystal-based instrument with a distinctive sound.
Students learn about:
- its origins and development;
- its construction and materials;
- its unique tonal qualities;
- melodic and harmonic possibilities;
- its role within Patrick's compositions.
A live demonstration allows participants to experience its rich and resonant sound world.
Patrick Therrien serves as an ambassador for Quarzefone.ca, promoting this remarkable instrument and introducing young musicians to its artistic potential.
Patrick then introduces the Quartzophone, an extraordinary crystal-based instrument with a distinctive sound.
Students learn about:
- its origins and development;
- its construction and materials;
- its unique tonal qualities;
- melodic and harmonic possibilities;
- its role within Patrick's compositions.
A live demonstration allows participants to experience its rich and resonant sound world.
Patrick Therrien serves as an ambassador for Quarzefone.ca, promoting this remarkable instrument and introducing young musicians to its artistic potential.
DISCOVERING PLANTWAVE
Patrick introduces PlantWave, a device capable of detecting electrical variations on the surface of a plant and translating those signals into data used to generate musical elements.
Students discover an important idea:
Patrick introduces PlantWave, a device capable of detecting electrical variations on the surface of a plant and translating those signals into data used to generate musical elements.
Students discover an important idea:
Nature as a Source of Musical Inspiration
PlantWave is not presented as proof that plants "make music" in the traditional sense. Rather, it serves as a creative tool that allows musicians to develop a new relationship with the living world.
PlantWave is not presented as proof that plants "make music" in the traditional sense. Rather, it serves as a creative tool that allows musicians to develop a new relationship with the living world.
MEETING THE LIVING WORLD
Using PlantWave, a plant, his vibrational flutes and the Quartzophone, Patrick creates a live improvisation.
Students observe how an unpredictable sonic environment can become the starting point for musical creation.
The process is based on three simple principles:
Listen → Feel → Improvise
This experience explores musical concepts such as:
- timbre;
- register;
- breathing;
- sonic space;
- dynamics;
- motifs;
- repetition and variation;
- tension and release;
- silence;
- active listening;
- spontaneous musical form.
Using PlantWave, a plant, his vibrational flutes and the Quartzophone, Patrick creates a live improvisation.
Students observe how an unpredictable sonic environment can become the starting point for musical creation.
The process is based on three simple principles:
Listen → Feel → Improvise
This experience explores musical concepts such as:
- timbre;
- register;
- breathing;
- sonic space;
- dynamics;
- motifs;
- repetition and variation;
- tension and release;
- silence;
- active listening;
- spontaneous musical form.
STUDENTS IMPROVISE WITH A PLANT
This is the participatory heart of the masterclass.
One at a time or in small groups, students are invited to improvise live in response to the sounds generated through PlantWave.
Suitable instruments include:
- flute;
- clarinet;
- saxophone;
- violin;
- viola;
- cello;
- trumpet;
- trombone;
- guitar;
- bass;
- piano or keyboard;
- other melodic instruments.
No prepared piece is required.
Students simply listen, observe and gradually build a musical response.
This is the participatory heart of the masterclass.
One at a time or in small groups, students are invited to improvise live in response to the sounds generated through PlantWave.
Suitable instruments include:
- flute;
- clarinet;
- saxophone;
- violin;
- viola;
- cello;
- trumpet;
- trombone;
- guitar;
- bass;
- piano or keyboard;
- other melodic instruments.
No prepared piece is required.
Students simply listen, observe and gradually build a musical response.
THE IMPROVISATION EXERCISE
Participants explore a simple question:
Participants explore a simple question:
"If the plant were my musical partner, how would I respond?"
Students begin by listening.
They may choose:
- a single note;
- a simple motif;
- a short melodic phrase;
- a tonal color;
- a register;
- a breathing rhythm.
Their musical ideas then evolve naturally in response to what they hear.
Students discover that improvisation is not about playing more notes.
It can also be built from:
silence • listening • breathing • waiting • responding • transformation
Students begin by listening.
They may choose:
- a single note;
- a simple motif;
- a short melodic phrase;
- a tonal color;
- a register;
- a breathing rhythm.
Their musical ideas then evolve naturally in response to what they hear.
Students discover that improvisation is not about playing more notes.
It can also be built from:
silence • listening • breathing • waiting • responding • transformation
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
By the end of the masterclass, students will have explored a new approach to musical creation and developed skills in:
By the end of the masterclass, students will have explored a new approach to musical creation and developed skills in:
Listening
- active listening;
- awareness of subtle changes;
- creating musical space.
- active listening;
- awareness of subtle changes;
- creating musical space.
Improvisation
- responding to external musical stimuli;
- spontaneous musical creation;
- motif development and transformation;
- working with silence and breath;
- creating short improvised forms.
- responding to external musical stimuli;
- spontaneous musical creation;
- motif development and transformation;
- working with silence and breath;
- creating short improvised forms.
Musicality
- exploring instrumental timbre;
- working with dynamics and register;
- enhancing sensitivity to sound color;
- strengthening the connection between intention and expression.
- exploring instrumental timbre;
- working with dynamics and register;
- enhancing sensitivity to sound color;
- strengthening the connection between intention and expression.
Creativity
- stepping beyond written scores;
- embracing the unexpected;
- making musical decisions in real time;
- building confidence as both performer and creator.
- stepping beyond written scores;
- embracing the unexpected;
- making musical decisions in real time;
- building confidence as both performer and creator.
A MASTERCLASS FOR YOUNG MUSICIANS
For musicians accustomed to performing written repertoire, improvisation can be a significant step outside their comfort zone.
Listening to the Living World offers a different relationship with music:
Do not focus solely on playing the correct notes.
Listen. Feel. Respond. Create.
The plant becomes a starting point for developing essential musical skills:
- presence;
- sensitivity;
- interaction;
- spontaneity;
- creativity;
- deep listening.
For musicians accustomed to performing written repertoire, improvisation can be a significant step outside their comfort zone.
Listening to the Living World offers a different relationship with music:
Do not focus solely on playing the correct notes.
Listen. Feel. Respond. Create.
The plant becomes a starting point for developing essential musical skills:
- presence;
- sensitivity;
- interaction;
- spontaneity;
- creativity;
- deep listening.
ADAPTED TO DIFFERENT LEVELS
Grade 11 Music Programs
The focus is on:
- discovery;
- guided improvisation;
- listening skills;
- timbre exploration;
- confidence-building.
The focus is on:
- discovery;
- guided improvisation;
- listening skills;
- timbre exploration;
- confidence-building.
College Music Programs
The class may explore:
- free improvisation;
- thematic development;
- group interaction;
- musical form;
- harmonic choices;
- collective listening;
- ensemble creation.
College groups may also participate in a collective improvisation with the plant, creating a spontaneous composition together in real time.
The class may explore:
- free improvisation;
- thematic development;
- group interaction;
- musical form;
- harmonic choices;
- collective listening;
- ensemble creation.
College groups may also participate in a collective improvisation with the plant, creating a spontaneous composition together in real time.
ABOUT PATRICK THERRIEN
Patrick Therrien is a musician, composer and educator.
A graduate of Laval University in Music Education, he dedicated 33 years to music education in Quebec schools.
For decades, his compositional work has explored the relationships between listening, nature, the plant world and innovative sound creation.
His artistic achievements have been recognized through international distinctions and nominations, as well as three grants from the Canada Council for the Arts.
Through Listening to the Living World, Patrick continues his exploration of music as a meeting place between people, sound and nature.
Patrick Therrien is a musician, composer and educator.
A graduate of Laval University in Music Education, he dedicated 33 years to music education in Quebec schools.
For decades, his compositional work has explored the relationships between listening, nature, the plant world and innovative sound creation.
His artistic achievements have been recognized through international distinctions and nominations, as well as three grants from the Canada Council for the Arts.
Through Listening to the Living World, Patrick continues his exploration of music as a meeting place between people, sound and nature.
FORMAT
Duration: 90 minutes to 2 hours
Ideal Group Size: 10 to 25 students
Duration: 90 minutes to 2 hours
Ideal Group Size: 10 to 25 students
Equipment Provided by Patrick
- PlantWave system;
- plants used during the workshop;
- technical equipment;
- vibrational flutes;
- Quartzophone;
- additional sound equipment as required.
- PlantWave system;
- plants used during the workshop;
- technical equipment;
- vibrational flutes;
- Quartzophone;
- additional sound equipment as required.
Participant Requirements
Students are encouraged to bring their own melodic instrument.
Students are encouraged to bring their own melodic instrument.
PRESENTATION STATEMENT
LISTENING TO THE LIVING WORLD
A masterclass where young musicians learn to improvise with living nature.
A plant. An instrument. A musician. The present moment.
Listen. Respond. Create.
A masterclass where young musicians learn to improvise with living nature.
A plant. An instrument. A musician. The present moment.
Listen. Respond. Create.
ULTIMATE GOAL
To show young musicians that there are endless ways to create music.
And sometimes, creating something new begins with one very simple act:
To show young musicians that there are endless ways to create music.
And sometimes, creating something new begins with one very simple act:
LISTENING.
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