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Microtonal Harmony As Derived From Complex, Inharmonic Sound Spectra
Nicholas, Michael ; Loudová, Ivana (advisor) ; Bartoň, Hanuš (referee) ; Pudlák, Miroslav (referee)
This paper presents my recent research into a new source of microtonal pitch materials, namely woodwind multiphonics. By incorporating the intervallic and sometimes also dynamic relationships of these complex, inharmonic sound spectra, I have "doscovered" an exciting new source for instrumental timbres and harmonies. After a brief history of microtonality, as used in Western Art Music, and of some of its major advocates, I will define some important terms and then distinguish my research from that with which other contemporary composers are currentlyengaged. Following this introduction I will explain what led me to my choice of this topic and demonstrate how I went about my research, presenting and explaining the results of this research and how I used these results while composing my Bachelor´s composition, Inferno per orchestra (2005-6). Finaly, I will suggest some possible ideals for further exploration.
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