N/O/E/W/A Creative Music is…

N/O/E/W/A encapsulates a journey into sonic realms and free-form electroacoustic improvisations. I am Levente Dudas, and the inception of N/O/E/W/A took root while I was engrossed in curating and promoting contemporary free-form jazz and improvised music in Szekesfehervar, a town situated approximately 45 km (30 miles) southwest of Budapest, Hungary, during the 2008–2009 period. Initially, my focus was on achieving success as a music promoter, without any inclination towards sound art, sonic exploration, or the creation of experimental electroacoustic music.

Fast forward to early 2019, a transformative moment struck me during a live performance, prompting a decision to embark on a personal journey as a sonic explorer and adventurer. Uncertain about the form it would take, where to begin, or the approach to adopt, I delved into the works of various electroacoustic composers, musicians, and performers—some of whom are listed under influences. Armed with minimal experience and knowledge, I acquired my inaugural hardware synth, the Moog SubSequent 37. As I twiddled the knobs, I conjured captivating sounds and intricate sonic textures from the machine, achieving a sense of exhilaration with the creation of my initial arpeggiated rhythm pattern.

Since then, my quest has been a continuous exploration to discover my distinct voice as a sonic artist, sound designer, noise enthusiast, and performer.