A work for laptop ensemble exploring emergent phenomena within a networked group. It treats the ensemble as a collection of individual actors in a network where they are able to influence each other. Each member slowly narrows their 'variance' from the pitch of the performer next to them until a generally uniform pitch or harmony emerges that can then be excited by a 'conductor.' These moments then last for as long as the group is in agreement or rather until someone begins to defect.

Performed here by The Laptop Orchestra at University of Iowa (LOUI), directed by Christopher Jette.

The score and software can be downloaded here

A large ensemble algorithmic work based on a number of ideas related to Ordinals.

Here performed by the Dog Star Orchestra on May 22nd, 2015 at The Wild Beast at CalArts: Casey Anderson, saxophone Archie Carey, bassoon Daniel Coral, accordion Jack Doutt, guitar Jordan Dykstra, viola John Eagle, horn and percussion Corey Fogel, percussion Ulrich Krieger, alto saxophone Mari, melodica, keyboard, thumb piano Luke Martin, electric guitar Odeya Nini, voice Michael Pisaro, guitar, electronics, objects James Rushford, keyboard, viola Cassia Streb, viola Christine Tavolacci, flute Micaela Tobin, voice, electronics Stephen Touchton, guitar, melodica, laptop Colin Wambsgans, melodic, keyboard, laptop Scott Worthington, double bass.

Thanks to Michael Pisaro and Colin Wambsgans for organizing the festival, concert, and recording.