THE ELECTRONIC MUSICAL UNIVERSE OF THE COMPOSER DIMITRIJE BUŽAROVSKI

Abstract

The eighth book of the automusicological project of the composer Dimitrije Bužarovski delves into the innovative world of his electronic and computer music. This analysis navigates in-depth Bužarovski’s pioneering use of electronic and computer instruments, from synthesizers and MIDI recording techniques, to Sample Cell Software, and Capybara/Kyma system, highlighting his evolution as a composer from the 1980s to the early 2000s. The book uncovers Bužarovski’s creative process, from conceptualization to performance, shedding light on his unique approach to sonic exploration and thematic development. Through meticulous examination of individual compositions, including ballets Trains and Snow White, the Enneads, SynthSon, and incidental music, the book unveils the intricacies of Bužarovski’s musical language, technical expertise, aesthetic vision, and the profound impact of his electronic innovations on the broader landscape of Macedonian music.