Overview

The AudioGastronomic Live Performance was born from the desire to truly integrate two or more disciplines, creating an environment of collaboration where all professionals involved can learn about each other’s “language” or discipline.

Concept

Living in Spain, where gastronomy is a deeply ingrained and globally acclaimed discipline, collaborating with a chef seemed a natural progression. I am fortunate to have a friend who is an excellent chef, Juliana Aguiar. To her, I proposed a novel idea: to cook a Live Music Menu. The process starts with her deciding on a three-course menu and preparing it in front of me, while I observe and learn about her process. Then, I head to the studio to compose songs that not only accompany but also give a musical sense to her culinary actions.

The next step is crucial for the project’s success: we come together, and I present the musical development to her. She then learns to create music while cooking. This stage is fascinating because it’s where we truly integrate both disciplines. For instance, she might learn to slice vegetables in rhythm or boil water for exactly two bars longer. It’s an exhilarating and creative process.

Music

Musically speaking, the main idea of this project is to create a perfect harmony between cooking, making music, and entertaining the audience. Therefore, ATM composes songs ranging from mid-tempo to high beat, crafting a sense of a grand finale.