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Cluster Chord 1

The first of this series.

A cluster chord is one where  multiple notes, usually adjacent,  are sounded.  For example, If you play the piano with a fist, you would create a cluster chord.

Clustering consonant and dissonant  notes together has the same effect visually as it does musically. Of the many musical themes I have painted, this is the most synchronous with its musical inspiration. The individual tones are predictable, but the overall harmonic effect is not apparent until the full chord sounds.

Inspired by this series, I have rendered a series of Cluster Chords, all 18×24,  onto canvas.  (as of this writing, the painted versions are not yet posted on the website). I plan to revisit this theme , using it to explore different painting techniques and color combinations.

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