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Gabriel Gekoskie (b. 2001) is a composer, sound artist, and educator based in State College, PA. Delving into the intricacies of the human experience and exploring the absurd, his creative portfolio spans diverse mediums. Gekoskie's cohesive musical methodology draws inspiration from contemporary phenomena—short attention spans, mass communication, and heightened individualism in the information age. His work resonates with the complexities of modern existence, offering a poignant reflection on the interplay between technology and the human psyche. Currently pursuing a Master of Music in Composition at Penn State University, Gekoskie is studying with Dr. Baljinder Sekhon.
Featured on this episode of the Theorist Composer Collaboration is the composer Gabriel Gekoski and his piece, Modest Mutilation. We discuss his background, artistic philosophy, Modest Mutilation, granular synthesis, minimali...