The evolution of new counterpoint through electro‐acoustic music

It is widely believed that the advent of electronic music during the mid‐20th century redefined music fundamentally. It may be shown, however, that a number of composers found rather more evolutionary ways of elevating basic acoustical elements to enrich the long tradition of music making. Examples from Davidovsky and the author demonstrate this history. Additional examples demonstrate the continuing evolution enabled by historical artifacts and surround technology.