Dreamarena is the second in a proposed series of ‘abstract’ works (of which Junky is a part). Whereas Junky has a clear form and simple melodic and harmonic structures, Dreamarena reverts back to more abstract electroacoustic material, shaping form continuously and using gesture as the primary means of communication. As the title suggests, the work presents a ‘dream arena’ where the listener is flying/observing.

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Dreamarena was realized in 1996 in the Electroacoustic Music Studios of the University of Birmingham (UK) and premiered at the Rumours… series in Birmingham in April 1997.

Composition

• 1996, Electroacoustic Music Studios — University of Birmingham, Birmingham (England, UK)

Premiere

• April 6, 1997, Rumours… 97: Premières, Foyle Studio — Midlands Arts Centre, Birmingham (England, UK)