Re-Composing YouTube

Focusing on the diverse musical expressions found on YouTube, this study examines how users engage with and remix content through various forms, including fan-made videos and self-performances. Jonas Wolf investigates the interplay between formal and informal musical practices, addressing the socio-aesthetic implications of these creative acts within a digital landscape. By offering a theory of vernacular composition, the work aims to bridge gaps in existing research and highlight the significance of these practices in shaping contemporary discourse and knowledge systems.