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Microtonal Systems And Guitar Composition, Michael Nielsen
Microtonal Systems And Guitar Composition, Michael Nielsen
Masters
This thesis focuses on the use of microtones in guitar composition. In the course of this study the physical aspects of musical sound (pitch, loudness and quality/timbre), vibrational frequencies of strings, and the theory of musical scales and tuning systems are discussed. Whole-number ratios corresponding to musical intervals within the twelve-note/equal temperament scale are calculated in relation to the overtone series for the purpose of surveying consonance and dissonance within the tempered system. These are compared to the ratios for corresponding intervals within the overtone series. Whole-number ratios are also calculated for intervals involving the microtones referred to in this …
Music Copyright Via The Internet, Damian O'Regan
Music Copyright Via The Internet, Damian O'Regan
Masters
This thesis will ask if it is possible to use the Internet as a means of copyrighting music. At present, the Internet is not used for the copyrighting of music and furthermore no studies have been carried out to see if this is feasible. Digital technology is used in the composition, recording, playing and downloading and storage of music and the author will research if and how these existing technologies can work in conjunction with the Internet to create a music copyright system. This thesis will research existing copyright requirements, the current technologies used in music that have potential copyright …
Flute Performance And Pedagogy In Dublin 1950-2000, Ciaran O'Connell
Flute Performance And Pedagogy In Dublin 1950-2000, Ciaran O'Connell
Masters
This thesis consists of an investigation into the main influences on flute performance and pedagogy in Dublin during the period 1950 to 2000. It explores the pedagogical lineage between the influential performers and teachers of the period, and Paul Taffanel, the founder of the modern French school of flute playing. Finally, it examines influences on the methodologies of influential Dublin teachers. Chapter 1 outlines the changing musical landscape for flute performers/teachers in Dublin 1950-2000. Chapter 2 discusses the most influential flute performers/teachers of the time in Dublin, namely Andre Prieur, Doris Keogh and William Dowdall. Chapter 3 investigates the pedagogical …