Supervisors info:
Αρετή Ανδρεοπούλου, Επίκουρη Καθηγήτρια, ΕΚΠΑ
Αναστασία Γεωργάκη, Καθηγήτρια - Πρόεδρος, ΕΚΠΑ
Χριστίνα Αναγνωστοπούλου, Αναπληρώτρια Καθηγήτρια,ΕΚΠΑ
Summary:
ChipTunes music is an important branch of electronic music that has evolved significantly in recent years. It refers to a form of electronic music that uses sounds from old computer and video game consoles. By using vintage electronics and exploiting the sounds of old video games, ChipTunes music creators create a unique sound that combines the aesthetics of the past with modern technology. The history of ChipTunes begins in the late 70s and early 80s, when the first electronic computers and video games began to conquer the world. The sounds of these devices became the basis for the creation of ChipTunes music, which gained popularity in the mid-80s and 90s. With the development of technology, ChipTunes music has evolved and adapted to the new demands of modern music production. The creation of chipscene, a community of people involved in ChipTunes music, has contributed to the development and dissemination of this music worldwide. ChipTunes music has also acquired an ethnographic approach as it has been studied by academics and researchers in various countries. In Greece, ChipTunes music has fans and artists involved in this genre, and has contributed to the creation of a lively and dynamic electronic music scene in our country. Overall, ChipTunes Music is a major player in the modern electronic music scene and continues to evolve and be enriched with new ideas and technologies.
The aim of this paper is to examine the aesthetic trends that shape Chiptunes music and explore creative approaches used in its creation. In the context of this paper, the importance and role that Chiptunes music plays in the modern Greek music scene will be examined. Through the analysis of the aesthetic trends and creative approaches that characterize this music, it will be understood how this unique musical form contributes to the diversity and innovation of the Greek music scene.
The research methodology followed for the analysis of Chiptunes music and its role in the contemporary Greek music scene is mainly based on bibliographic research, where scientific articles, books and publications related to Chiptunes music, history, aesthetics and Chiptunes music trends and its relationship with the Greek music scene.
The thesis is divided into 3 chapters. The first chapter of the paper explores the origins of Chiptunes music, offering a historical overview of its evolution and highlighting the characteristics that make it a unique form of electronic music. The second chapter focuses on the multidimensional culture of ChipTunes, exploring the communities, movements, and manifestations that surround this music. The various ways in which ChipTunes artists collaborate and interact with fans and the wider community are explored. The third and final chapter highlights the place of ChipTunes in the modern era, examining how this music influences the sound and aesthetics of today's music production, as well as how music is perceived by younger audiences. In the third chapter, Chip-Tune music in Greece is also analyzed, with an emphasis on its evolution in the local cultural and musical space. The creative approaches of the Greek Chip-Tune artists and the way in which they integrate this music into the culture and the local music scene are highlighted. Also, the challenges and opportunities faced by Greek Chip-Tune musicians in the context of the contemporary music industry and the international scene are examined.
