Chordeograph, by Gero Koenig

Chordeograph

by Gero Koenig

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1.	Constellation 1 04:30	buy track
2.	Constellation 2 03:43	buy track
3.	Elastic Mode 02:24	buy track
4.	Cyclus 1 04:41	buy track
5.	Noise And Beats 02:45	buy track
6.	Sec 02:37	buy track
7.	Montage 02:23	buy track
8.	Crescendo 02:50	buy track
9.	Cyclus 2 05:59	buy track
10.	Sec Presto 02:22	buy track
11.	Fragemente 03:08	buy track
12.	Melos 02:59	buy track
13.	Melostase 07:18	buy track

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In my project "Chordeograph" I am developing techniques for generating sounds based on archaic means: strings played with "sliders" made of metal, wood and glass. From my sound and perception research two instruments evolved. Up to 37 strings (Chordeograph 2) respectively 43 strings (Chordeograph 1) are stimulated at the same time. Different positions of the sliders respectively directions, angles and speeds transcend the soundspectrum and application possibilities of previous known string instruments. On the basis of graphical scores I develop precise and repeatable playing procedures. Each movement is reflected in the sound in some variation ranging from minimal to dramatic.

My chordeograph work evolved from the vision to create a continuous variability of sound through strings: transforming from single tone over pulsating beats to sounds of orchestral dimensions. The foreordained gives way to unforeseen moments of sound.

Digital distribution administered by Hans Tammen. CD copies available at www.nurnichtnur.com

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released January 1, 2015

Composed and Performed by Gero Koenig

7 recorded at studio NURNICHTNUR, Kleve 2005
8 recorded 2004
11 recorded at Basilika St. Gereon, Cologne 2005
All other pieces recorded in Cologne in 2015

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Founded by Dieter Schlensog, NurNichtNur soon became a large underground label for sound art releases. Based in Kleve, Germany, the majority of its releases are experimental solo projects. Since they often transcend the realm of traditional “music”, they are considered Experimental Sound Productions.

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