Kihana (Draft) by E.Z.

Kihana or 綺花 in Japanese, can be roughly translated into “extravagant flower”, is a 5-Channel Electroacoustic composition for Japanese Koto and electroacoustic sounds.

Compositionally, the piece explores the concept of “Ma” (間) in Japanese culture, which translates roughly to “space,” “gap,” or “pause.”
The philosophy of “Ma” is the intentional use of empty spaces or pauses to create balance, treat the negative spaces as important as the rest of the work. In this piece, temporal negative spaces are crucial for tension-building, macro & micro-level structures.

Aesthetically, the piece can be described as “low-energy”, as it avoids relying on overtly dramatic moments to create excitement. Instead, it is composed with a sense of restraint, yet still explores a subtle sense of extravagance. This results in a more meditative listening experience with emotional subtleties.

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