Composer

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Mike Stubbs

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Keyboard

Average_duration

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8:20

'Once Around the Anticlockwise' is a multimedia work composed by Mike Stubbs in 2002. The piece premiered at the FACT (Foundation for Art and Creative Technology) gallery in Liverpool, UK. The work is divided into three movements, each exploring different themes and utilizing different media. The first movement, titled "The City," is a video installation that explores the urban environment and the impact of technology on society. The installation features footage of cityscapes and people going about their daily lives, juxtaposed with images of technology and machinery. The soundtrack for this movement is a mix of ambient sounds and electronic music, creating a sense of tension and unease. The second movement, titled "The Countryside," is a series of photographs that explore the natural world and our relationship with it. The photographs depict landscapes, animals, and people interacting with nature. The soundtrack for this movement is a mix of natural sounds and acoustic music, creating a sense of calm and tranquility. The third and final movement, titled "The Mind," is a virtual reality installation that explores the inner workings of the human mind. The installation features a series of interactive environments that represent different aspects of the mind, such as memory, emotion, and perception. The soundtrack for this movement is a mix of electronic and acoustic music, creating a sense of disorientation and confusion. Overall, 'Once Around the Anticlockwise' is a thought-provoking and immersive work that explores a range of themes and media. The piece challenges the viewer to consider their relationship with technology, nature, and their own mind, and encourages them to engage with the work on multiple levels.

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