Biomimicry is a design methodology that seeks to solve problems by emulating and abstracting natural systems and structures. This approach can be applied to composition, specifically in electroacoustic music, to create innovative and sustainable solutions. The author explores the potential of biomimicry in addressing compositional challenges, using scientific concepts and principles from fields like nanotechnology to create music. The study examines the intersection of biomimicry and electroacoustic composition, highlighting the potential of biomimicry to translate scientific ideas into musical materials and structural elements.
The article discusses biomimicry as a methodology that involves a six-stage process, including contextualization, biologization, discovery, emulation, and evaluation. The author presents examples of biomimetic compositions, including the piece “cdot,” which uses biomimetic techniques to translate scientific concepts into musical materials and structural elements.
The article concludes that biomimicry encourages a shift away from anthropocentrism and promotes a mutual partnership with nature, encouraging sonic practices that interpret systems beyond our everyday human experience. The study suggests that a formalized biomimetic framework can serve as a starting point for initiating compositions, addressing creative challenges, or fostering interdisciplinary partnerships, but does not require rigid compliance.