Interview with Roderik de Man
Roderik de Man
In an insightful conversation during November Music 2022, Roderik de Man opened up about his new work for the Black Pencil ensemble and Kyai Fatahillah gamelan ensemble. The discussion explored the merging of Western and Indonesian musical traditions, offering a glimpse into the fascinating process of crafting a unique sound from contrasting genres.
Roderik de Man composed new music for the unique combination of the Black Pencil ensemble and the Kyai Fatahillah gamelan ensemble. This collaboration brought together two very distinct musical worlds: the intricate, contemporary sound of Black Pencil, and the vibrant, complex textures of the gamelan.During November Music 2022, Aad van Nieuwkerk and Anne-Maartje Lemereis spoke with Roderik de Man about the creative process behind this collaboration and the challenges of blending these two genres. The conversation delved into the relationship between Western contemporary music and Indonesian gamelan traditions, as well as the innovative approach De Man took in fusing these diverse sonic landscapes.
