The Color of Sound

Rhythm (1972) is like a visual representation of the movement of sound—the pulsation of music or a heartbeat on an electrocardiogram. In fact, it is the designers’ graphic interpretation of a meandering stream, inspired by the Indiana woodland. This feeling of movement is a product of the design concept promoted by Elenhank Designers, Inc. called the “mural

A visual representation of Vivaldi's Four Seasons. The graphic system of musical translation called "Systemu" created by MOT. In this visualization color corresponds to pitch and size to duration,...

The "Colorful Melody" paint by numbers kit offers a vibrant journey into the world of music and color, suitable for artists of all skill levels. Through this kit, you'll bring to life a symphony of hues, where musical notes and cosmic swirls intermingle in a visual representation of sound. Each stroke will add depth to this abstract portrayal of tunes and rhythm, creating a colorful painting that resonates with the vibrancy of a melody. It's a celebration of music captured in paint, perfect for anyone who finds joy in both melodies and the canvas. This artwork will not only be a feast for the eyes but also an ode to the universal language of music.

This season, to consider abstraction of form in my designs, I took a look at Wassily Kandinsky. Wassily Kandinsky was a Russian-born artist who lived in Germany during the 1920s where he taught with the Bauhaus school. Kandinsky is primarily famous for being one of the first 'purely' abstr

Ethnomusicology is the study of music in different cultures. Ethnomusicologists use the Hornbostel-Sachs system to classify ALL instruments into four main groups, according to how they produce sound. This artful representation of this classification system can help visualize the instrument groups: idiophones, membranophones, chordophones and aerophones. Stay tuned for more iterations of this design using non-western instruments. This poster has a vintage feel, with subtle texture incorporated into the design. It's an ideal gift for anyone who loves music and culture.

Design and music intersect in many areas, yet one relatively obscure but creative area is in the design of graphic notation by composers.

Cecil Touchon Catalogs This first group of catalogs are the catalog raisonne of all works and art related events for the year mentioned and are arranged in chronological order. 2010 Catalog of Works 2011 Catalog of Works 2012 Catalog of Works…

This chart is a simple visual representation of a few basic articulations. I've found that my students respond very well to these visuals, especially when accompanied by a demonstration of each articulation. Enjoy!

A printable PDF version of a visual representation of several music scales: major, minors, whole tone, blues, pentatonic and octatonic. Perfect to print and keep as a reference or for a classroom handout. Digital download, no physical product will be mailed 8.5x11 PDF Easy to print with a standard printer Black and white *Because this product is a digital download, we are unable to accept returns. However, we are happy to resolve any issues!

Chord progression is a way to organize music. We discuss what is a chord progression and present common chord progressions.

Multidisciplinary designer Matt(H)Booth talks us through an experimental project borne out of his passion for taking past ideas and developing them into something new

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The "Abstract Music" paint by numbers kit brings a symphony of colors to the canvas, inviting you to create a visual representation of sound and rhythm. It offers a perfect blend of art and music, allowing you to craft a masterpiece that resonates with the soulful harmony of abstract expression. This image is a whirl of geometric shapes and vibrant hues that evoke the dynamism of a musical performance. Splashes of oranges, purples, and blues intermingle, suggesting the movement of melodies and the beat of notes. It's an ideal project for those who appreciate the arts and want to explore the interplay between color and sound on canvas.

A visual representation of several different music scales: major, minors, whole tone, blues, pentatonic and octatonic. The semitones between each scale degree are easily discernible. A perfect piece to hang and reference at a glance! Cream background with a black design.

Design and music intersect in many areas, yet one relatively obscure but creative area is in the design of graphic notation by composers.

Representation of a recording of the sextet from Lucia di Lammermoor sung by “six famous voices” with orchestra. The science of musical sounds. 1916. Frontispiece.

Scores can blend conventional elements notation with the unconventional. The performer has to use the pictures to inspire his or her performance - it's more like a guide, or a musical map. Picture: iwantdesign