GovernorSilver Posted August 31, 2019 Share Posted August 31, 2019 Dan Tepfer: Tiny Desk Concert Here's how it works: Tepfer plays a note, and a computer program he authored reads those notes and tells the piano what to play in response. Tepfer can load different algorithms into the program that determine the pattern of playback, like one that returns the same note, only an octave higher. Another will play the inverted note based on the center of the piano keys. These rules create interesting restrictions that Tepfer says make room for thoughtful improvisation. In his words, he's not writing these songs, so much as writing the way they work. To better communicate what's happening between him and the piano, Tepfer converted these audio-impulse data into visualizations on the screen behind him, displaying in real time the notes he plays followed by the piano's feedback. He also does a quick explanation after performing his first piece. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodtus Posted August 31, 2019 Share Posted August 31, 2019 Nice to see someone doing something creative with technology Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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