A notation system for the karlax controller

Abstract

In this paper we expose the need to go beyond the composer/performer model of electronic instrument design and programming to encourage the transmission of compositions and the creation of a repertory via notation of repeatable performance practice. Drawing on 4 years of practice using the Karlax controller (Da Fact) as a base for new digital musical instruments, we present our notation system in detail and cite some mapping strategies and examples from to pieces in a growing repertory of chamber music compositions for electronic and acoustic instruments.