Founded in 2004, current participants are: Kabir Carter, contemporary Moog and Big Briar; James Fei, Buchla; David Galbraith, selfbuilt electronics; Kato Hideki, Octave Cat, other; Michael J. Schumacher, Steiner-Parker Synthacon, Serge, MFB Synth II; Stefan Tcherepnin, Serge; Sergei Tcherepnin, Serge; Ed Tomney, EMS VCS3, other. Past participants include: Tom Hamilton, Sherman Filterbank, Mutron pedals Barry Weisblat, "homemade" electronics.
An ongoing series of "vintage" analog synthesis performances and informal discussions at Diapason. Diapason gallery for sound and intermedia was founded by composer Michael J. Schumacher and choreographer Liz Gerring in 2001 and its program builds on the efforts of Schumacher’s previous sound space, Studio Five Beekman, founded in 1996. Diapason is the sole venue in New York City and one of few internationally dedicated to the presentation of multichannel sound installation where composers and sound artists can realize their work for an interested public. By providing an optimum listening environment, two high quality multi- channel sound systems, a regular audience, and a place for experimentation, Diapason seeks to engage composers and the public in dialogue about the place of contemporary music and sound practice in a broader cultural context. Diapason is supported by NYSCA, the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs, the Phaedrus Foundation, the Foundation for Contemporary Performance Arts, The Trust for Mutual Understanding, Kirk Radke, and by generous individuals. Diapason is a 501(c)3 organization.
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