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Subjectivism

What is Subjectivism? The world as you experience it, through your own thoughts and feelings, is more important than anything else.

Part One

Palette de Couleur et de Lumiere The concept of a palette of instrumental colour and timbre is derived from deepest aesthetic principles of the work.   The choice of instruments are essential to the colouristic balance of the work. Glockenspiel                                             Vibraphone Bongos                                                     Congas Tom-toms                                                 Bass drum Small shaker                                              Tambourine Whistles                                                   Blowers                                     Piano Flute/Alto Flute                                        Clarinet/Bass Clarinet With the piano as the mediator, the opportunity for balanced and contrasting exploration of instrumental colour are great.   For example; Woodwind The two types of combinations are demonstrated below.   The first is cross