acousmatic composition

Acousmatic composition refers to a style of music created primarily from recorded sounds, which are played back through speakers rather than performed live. The focus is on listening closely to these sounds, often with no visual source or performer visible, allowing the listener to experience the sound world purely through hearing. This approach emphasizes the textures, spatial qualities, and transformations of the sounds themselves, encouraging an immersive and attentive listening experience. Originating from early electronic music practices, acousmatic composition explores sound as a distinct artistic material, often used to evoke emotion, highlight sonic details, or create abstract auditory environments.