His practice embraces both conventional instrumentation and its extension through technological means. Darren’s work has been presented in a variety of diverse, international venues; ranging from traditional concert halls and radio broadcasts to art galleries, theatres, bars, and experimental music collectives. Studies in Saskatoon, Victoria, Banff, Darmstadt, and Buffalo led to a PhD in music composition for work on the topic of audio morphing software. Darren is the co-founder and director of Sask New Music and the annual Strata Festival of New Music presented every June in Saskatoon.