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Howells & Wood: Quartets album review early and late-flowering first world war string quartets

Herbert Howells's string quartet, In Gloucestershire, is a remarkable piece that evolved through loss and reconstruction, embodying vitality and lyrical depth.
from IndieWire
2 days ago

'The Rings of Power' Season 2 Built More Darkness Into Middle Earth - 'Last Ballad of Damrod' Included

Season 2 of 'The Rings of Power' focuses on a darker Middle Earth, transformed by Sauron's growing power.
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This immersive illustrated game reimagines Armenian folklore for the digital age

The game offers an introspective journey, highlighting themes of self-integration and cultural connection through various artistic mediums.

Math, heritage and jazz it all adds up for Stephanie Chou

Stephanie Chou blends jazz, folk, and pop influenced by her Chinese American heritage, providing a diverse musical experience in her performances.

This immersive illustrated game reimagines Armenian folklore for the digital age

The game offers an introspective journey, highlighting themes of self-integration and cultural connection through various artistic mediums.

Math, heritage and jazz it all adds up for Stephanie Chou

Stephanie Chou blends jazz, folk, and pop influenced by her Chinese American heritage, providing a diverse musical experience in her performances.
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Words into Music part 1: Transforming Stories into Sounds * Oregon ArtsWatch

Composers transform literary texts into instrumental music by selecting pitches and rhythms to evoke corresponding emotions and themes.

A professor worried no one would read an algae study. So she had it put to music

Using data from social media to study the impact of algae blooms on tourism industry.
Collaboration between anthropology and music students to turn environmental data into music.

Words into Music part 1: Transforming Stories into Sounds * Oregon ArtsWatch

Composers transform literary texts into instrumental music by selecting pitches and rhythms to evoke corresponding emotions and themes.

A professor worried no one would read an algae study. So she had it put to music

Using data from social media to study the impact of algae blooms on tourism industry.
Collaboration between anthropology and music students to turn environmental data into music.
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Premiere: Dot Als - Le Chaos Des Echos Lointains - KALTBLUT Magazine

Dot Als' 'Le Chaos des Echos Lointains' merges music, voice, and visuals, reflecting a unique blend of technology and organic influences in a multidimensional experience.

What do Black Ops 6, Mass Effect, and Barbie Secret Agent have in common? The answer may surprise you

The music in Call of Duty Black Ops 6 intentionally evokes feelings of defiance and isolation in players.

Neva review sublime portrait of a warrior and her wolf in a dying world

Neva combines stunning visuals, music, and emotional storytelling, creating a deeply immersive gaming experience that evokes a strong sense of responsibility and connection.

No, Nobuo Uematsu is not retiring from making banging video game tunes, thank you very much

Nobuo Uematsu is not retiring but scaling back on video game music to focus on personal projects while still contributing occasional pieces.

Eve Tera Dungeon Realm - KALTBLUT Magazine

Eve Tera's music merges dark ambient sounds with emotional depth, exploring themes of dystopia and surrealism to connect with listeners.

How a Big Band Leader and Composer Wrangles All the Moving Parts

Darcy James Argue creatively combines complexity and accessibility in his big band compositions, inspired by mathematical themes and a strong understanding of his ensemble.

Flying Lotus confirms he made two of Apple's iPhone ringtones

Flying Lotus confirmed his work as the composer of two iPhone ringtones, 'Daybreak' and 'Chalet', from Apple's iOS 13 release.
from www.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Walter Arlen, Holocaust Refugee and Belated Composer, Is Dead at 103

Walter Arlen, a Holocaust survivor, musical prodigy, and late-in-life composer, passed away at 103 in California, leaving a legacy of remembrance through his music.

Music Generation Via A Hidden Markov Model - Part 1 | HackerNoon

Building a simple generative music application using a Hidden Markov Model (HMM) can result in interesting melodies, inspiring users for more intricate compositions.

Fishmans: Long Season

Fishmans' 1996 album 'Long Season' exemplifies dreamlike symphonic proportions in a single 35-minute composition.

Dehd: Poetry

Dehd's latest album 'Poetry' showcases a more ambitious and complex sound, with the band experimenting with their music composition and melodies to create a cohesive and electrifying experience.

Song of the Week: Fontaines D.C. Have a Trip-Hop Panic Attack on "Starburster"

Fontaines D.C. latest single 'Starburster' showcases their evolution towards a more complex and genre-bending music style.

Ethel Smyth: Pioneering Composer and Militant Suffragette - San Francisco Bay Times

Ethel Smyth pushed gender boundaries in the music world, facing criticism for composing 'unfeminine' music at the Metropolitan Opera in 1903.

AI-generated blues misses a human touch - and a metronome

AI tools like Suno can generate music that resembles human compositions but may lack the emotional depth and nuances of skilled musicians.
Understanding the history and intricacies of music genres can help differentiate between authentic human expressions and AI-generated content.

How One Composer Created a Sundance Score in Less than 20 Days

William Ryan Fritch composed the music for the Sundance documentary 'The Battle for Laikipia' in a tight timeframe of two and a half weeks.
Fritch was inspired to work on the film due to his admiration for the crew and their previous work.

If Exploding Stars Made Music, They'd Sound Like This | KQED

Turning supernova data into music can provide new insights and be used as a study tool.

Music mixer concept uses generative AI to help you create music - Yanko Design

Artificial intelligence in music creation is democratizing the process, eliminating the need for extensive knowledge in music production.

d'Eon: Leviathan

The music of Chris d'Eon creates a sense of crisis in a fake nation through distressed oboes, deeply upset cellos, and fast-pumping violins.
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