N|O|E|W|A Creative Music Association

N|O|E|W|A encapsulates a journey into sonic realms and free-form and experimental electroacoustic music improvisations. The inception of N|O|E|W|A took root while Lev Dudas 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, his 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 Lev 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, he delved into the works of various electroacoustic composers, musicians, and performers – some of whom are listed under influences. Armed with minimal experience and knowledge, he acquired his inaugural hardware synth, the Moog SubSequent 37. As he twiddled the knobs, he conjured captivating sounds and intricate sonic textures from the machine, achieving a sense of exhilaration with the creation of my initial arpeggiated rhythm pattern.

And again fast forward in to early to mid 2023, when Lev, after gaining good working knowledge of his electronic equipment and instruments, and also good practices of free improvisation, started performing live at various venues in London, and the second moment of eureka and the vision of a music series dedicated to improvised and experimenalt electroacoustic music struck him once again – it was the moment when “Konsztruktikng Soundz” and “N|O|E|W|A Creative Music Association was born!

N|O|E|W|A Creative Music Association exists to promote and support contemporary creative, experimental and improvised and community-based music through the organisation of concerts, music workshops, and related activities, including the ongoing “Konsztrukting Soundz” concert series.

To achieve its aims, the N|O|E|W|A Creative Music Association may:

• Organise, promote, and host events, workshops, and exhibitions.
• Raise funds and apply for grants or sponsorships.
• Work with artists, musicians, community groups, venues, and other organisations.
• Purchase or lease equipment and materials necessary for its activities.
• Do all such lawful things as are necessary for the achievement of the aims.

The current founding members are:

• Lev Dudas — Founder, Artistic Director and Curator
• Leda Szemeredi — Catering and Hospitality
• Paul Fowkes — Sound Engineering & Technical Operations
• Lois Hanney— Catering Support & Artistic Consultant

The N|O|E|W|A Creative Music Association is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and ensuring that all activities are accessible, inclusive, and free from discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic under UK law.