Alper Maral is a distinguished Turkish composer, musician, and musicologist, whose innovative compositions and projects often blend the realms of experimental music, electroacoustic, and contemporary classical genres. Born in Istanbul, Maral has forged a unique path in the landscape of modern music, noted for his avant-garde approach and his interest in exploring the boundaries of sound and technology. He completed his academic studies in musicology and composition in Turkey and continued to expand his expertise and influence through his work as a scholar and educator.

Maral's creative output is prolific, his works ranging from chamber music and orchestral pieces to electronic sound explorations. His most recent projects, such as "Control Voltage Project" and "Control Voltage," showcase his mastery in synthesizing electronic sound with traditional composition techniques, creating a soundscape that is both intellectually compelling and hauntingly beautiful. With "elektroakustisch!," Maral continues to delve deeper into the interplay between electronic elements and acoustic instruments, pushing the envelope of what is possible in the realm of electroacoustic music. An iconic figure in the Turkish new music scene, Alper Maral contributes not only through his compositions but also by inspiring a new generation of musicians and composers through his teaching and scholarly work.