The Interchange Technique is a solution to the logistical problems associated with producing live musical theater, opera, chamber and orchestral music. By making parts interchangeable and playable by multiple instrumentalists, productions have a new element of scalability. Additionally, multiple arrangements of a given work could be created from its inception; that is, a single orchestra piece will instantaneously be prepared for string quartet, brass quartet, etc.
The Interchange Technique
The structure uses 8 numbered parts, each with an A/B subdivision. In its full complement, the instrumentation can mostly accommodate a full orchestra, chamber orchestra, or wind ensemble.
Each part can be played on at least 5 different major instruments, and several of their minor counterparts. Likewise, each instrumentalist can play at least three different numbered parts, including both of its A/B subdivision.
Chart of preliminary parts layout and ranges using Interchange Technique.
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Chart of preliminary ensemble combinations using Interchange Technique.
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November 10th Exhibition Concert
Below is the performance order and audio from the exhibition concert on November 10th, 2012. The orchestration spanned parts 3A through 6B, realized by at string quartet (mostly in the “A” subdivision), and a wind quartet (mostly in the “B” subdivision).
