Electroacoustic

Originating from the mid-20th century academic studios of Europe, particularly with the musique concrète experiments of *Pierre Schaeffer*, electroacoustic music is a form of composition that employs electronic technology to modify, process, and arrange recorded acoustic sounds. Its sonic palette is built not on synthesized tones but on the granular manipulation of real-world audio through techniques like tape splicing, speed variation, and digital signal processing. The genre's ethos favors texture and timbre over traditional melody and harmony, shaping abstract soundscapes that challenge conventional listening. While primarily an art music form, its techniques have profoundly influenced ambient, noise, and experimental electronic music.