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Formal Design and Parametric Control in Kaija Saariaho’s Circle Map

Lee, Liann Junghyun Kang

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Title
Formal Design and Parametric Control in Kaija Saariaho’s Circle Map
Author(s)
Lee, Liann Junghyun Kang
Issue Date
2026
Director of Research (if dissertation) or Advisor (if thesis)
Taylor, Stephen
Doctoral Committee Chair(s)
Taylor, Stephen
Committee Member(s)
  • Tharp, Reynold
  • Fieldsteel, Eli
  • Tipei, Sever
Department of Study
School of Music
Degree Granting Institution
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Degree Name
A.Mus.D. (doctoral)
Date of Ingest
2026-05-12T13:24:13-05:00
Keyword(s)
  • Kaija Saariaho
  • Mixed music
  • Textural music
  • Circle map
  • Parametric music theory
  • Spectral music
  • Electroacoustic music
Language
eng
Abstract
Kaija Saariaho’s Circle Map (2012) is a work for orchestra and electronics that demonstrates her innovation in integrating acoustic instruments and electronics, specifically her treatment of the recorded human voice. This paper analyzes the work from local-level organization to large-scale form, focusing on evolution of various musical parameters over time as they affect formal design. It further examines how parametric analysis of the work addresses the role of electronics and their interaction with the orchestra in their role in the form of the work.
Type of Resource
text
Copyright and License Information
Copyright 2026 Liann Junghyun Kang Lee

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