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Title: IN THE TEACHING OF MUSICAL CULTURE, MUSICAL ARTS AND THEORETICAL MUSIC SUBJECTS
This work explores the inclusion of jazz music in the educational curriculum of elementary and high schools, as well as in more specialized music school settings. The thesis provides a historical context for jazz and considers its place within the broader categorization of musical genres. It advocates for the integration of jazz into classes such as Musical Culture and Musical Arts and suggests that music-theoretical disciplines like Solfeggio, Harmony, Polyphony, and Musical Forms can benefit from the incorporation of jazz elements.
The distinctive characteristics of jazz, including its melodies, rhythms, harmonies, and structures are analyzed through specific musical examples. The work also highlights key figures in jazz history as points of reference. The practical aspect is addressed by offering instances of how jazz compositions can be applied in educational contexts across various subjects.
The thesis underscores the significance of exposing students to jazz music. Engaging with this genre is posited as a means to broaden their auditory experiences, refine their musical preferences, and foster critical thinking skills. The ultimate goal is to enrich the students’ musical education by familiarizing them with this influential and complex style of music.
Title: SOUND TRANSDUCTION BY FREQUENCY BAND FOR LIGHT SIGNALING
This work explores the innovative integration of sound and light technology to enhance the ambiance of nightclubs. The study focuses on converting sound frequencies into corresponding visual signals – a process known as sonorous transduction. By examining the characteristics of pink noise and various musical genres, the research identifies patterns in frequency distribution across different styles of music. It was observed that electronic and pop music predominantly feature lower frequencies, whereas rock, pagode, and country music exhibit a broader frequency range.
The methodology is split into three key components: acquisition, processing, and activation. Initially, sound is captured by a sensor, filtered by a bandpass filter, and then processed by an Arduino microcontroller. This results in LEDs being synchronized with the rhythm of the music. The chosen cutoff frequencies for the filters proved effective during implementation, ensuring the frequency calculations accurately reflected the beat of the music.
This system allows for a dynamic lighting experience that aligns with musical signals, providing nightclubs with a unique and immersive environment that sets them apart from competitors.
Title: Chromaticism in Pop and Rock Guitar Solos
This thesis delves into the artistic technique of incorporating chromatic notes within guitar solos in the realms of pop and rock music. It targets musicians who are looking to enrich their solo performances with novel sounds by moving beyond conventional scales. The research specifically analyzes the solos by prominent guitarists such as Randy Rhoads, Steve Lukather, Steve Morse, John Sykes, and Andy Wood.
Using recorded tracks as a reference point, the study examines instances where chromaticism contributes to the creative soundscapes of guitar solos. The thesis identifies three key techniques used by these artists: shifting musical sequences or motifs chromatically, employing chromatic approach patterns, and integrating chromatic notes within traditional scales.
Additionally, insights are drawn from Andy Wood’s tutorial video on chromaticism within rock solos as a guide to understanding practical application. Through this analysis, guitar players may find inspiration to experiment with chromatic lines in their own solos. The aim is to equip musicians with innovative ideas for adding tension and color to their music through chromaticism. The material presented also serves as instructional content for students who have a grasp on scales and chords and are ready to expand their musical vocabulary. The thesis encourages further exploration of the featured guitarists and suggests reviewing additional textbooks mentioned in the study for a deeper understanding of the subject.
Title: Controlled Music Generation with Deep Learning
This publication presents an advanced approach to deep learning models capable of generating complex musical compositions with a high degree of long-term coherence and polyphony, utilizing multiple instruments. The study focuses on classical music creation, tackling works ranging from solo piano to full symphonic orchestras.
The central innovation lies in managing the generation process through the concept of musical form—traditionally an abstract framework used to describe the arrangement of similar and differing passages within a piece. This concept is applied as a guiding principle to produce cohesive music.
The methodology encompasses several steps. First, the authors develop a music similarity pseudometric based on established techniques. Then, they employ clustering algorithms to identify musical forms within the training dataset. Three generative models are trained to produce both similar and distinctive musical fragments consistently. Finally, these musical forms are utilized during the generation process to guide the output of the models, ensuring that whole compositions are constructed coherently from the individual fragments. An interesting aspect of this system is its capacity to offer multiple variations generated from a single input fragment, providing composers with an array of creative possibilities.
To assess the quality of the generated music, the researchers adapted the Fréchet Inception Distance, commonly used in evaluating visual content, for music. Initial results indicate that the generated compositions bear resemblance to those created by human composers. While this metric provides some insight into the system’s performance, the crucial measure is whether the compositions resonate with human listeners or musicians. The authors have presented samples that suggest success in this area and invite readers to evaluate the pieces themselves.
