The Pool of Tears

for recorder, accordion and live-electronics (2016)

ca. 10'

In The Pool of Tears the live input from both instruments are transformed through electronics and provide a third part to the piece. Therefore both players have a great influence on the electronic part. By exploring different playing techniques, different results can be heard in the electronics.

Curiosity drives her to risk it all, despite the great and obvious dangers that lie ahead. Will curiosity end up being her downfall?
— Composer's Note

The Pool of Tears was written for and premiered by Duo Soinua, with Francesca Clements and Erica Roozendaal.