Taetro’s Epic Sonic Weaving with Augmented Choirs

As we wander through the corridors of sound with Taetro, we find ourselves charmed by the allure of a small microcassette recorder – a seemingly modest device, yet one capable of capturing whispers that echo through time. This retro instrument, with its built-in microphone and speaker, becomes the starting point of a transcendental journey. Inspired by the UVI’s Augmented Choirs Plugin, Taetro endeavors to craft something unique yet familiarly resonant. His love for vocal samples and lo-fi aesthetics forms the beating heart of this fresh creation. Taking advantage of an underground tunnel’s natural reverb, Taetro layers these captured whispers, creating a choir of ghostly harmonies that dance through the air. It is in these reverberations that the foundation of his sonic tapestry is laid, merging the analog warmth of tape with the ethereal presence of voices. A soundscape unfolds, luminous and transitory, inviting us to explore further.

The heart of Taetro’s new soundscape is built upon the sequences of the Augmented Choirs. Like a nebula of voices, he layers and intertwines vocal samples into a complex weave of etheric textures. The sequencing process allows for captivating control over rhythm, tone, and octave, turning each sound into a subtle exploration of sonic dimensions. Vocal sounds rise and fall like the whisper of ancient winds, their essence split into multiple layers and articulations. Through the art of crossfading, Taetro allows each voice to betray its own story, contributing to a dynamic tapestry that evolves in real-time. One moment, we are enveloped in the timeless embrace of a classical tutti; the next, we float through futuristic choirs. The synthesis is both intimate and grand, an amalgamation of pristine classical sound and the gritty nostalgia of tape. The marriage of these elements is seamless, each transition feeling like a revelation, each note a portal into a new dimension.

It is here, in the echoing chambers of an underground passage, that Taetro conjures the essence of his Tunnel Ghost instrument. This unique creation harnesses the power of his three chosen voices; two sourced from footage captured by his camera, and one ia full-bodied tape recording. Each voice serves as a character in this spectral choir, contributing its distinct presence to the whole. The sound is unvarnished, textured by the rawness of tape, and yet it resonates with a captivating warmth that is unmistakably real. By weaving these voices together, Taetro provides listeners with a piece that embodies both simplicity and complexity. Yet, Tunnel Ghost is not merely an instrument; it is an invitation to experience sound through a new lens. The audience is encouraged to download and experience the instrument themselves, engaging in the co-creation of an auditory narrative. As we explore its layers, we begin to appreciate the depth of its sonic whispers, unveiling the hidden tales embedded within the folds of this spectral tapestry, and inviting creators to add their own strokes to this haunting canvas.