- Identify by ear the key features of the sonic structures of each sound. These can be noted down either in words or in a (self-devised) graphical form.
- Classify the sounds according to what they are.
- Classify the sounds according to what they are not.
- Now try to combine and recombine the sounds in a way that reflects and draws out the relationships identified in the earlier steps. No processing or manipulation allowed – only placing the sounds in time. Layering is permitted.
Sound 1:
This is a highly texturised sound, long in duration with a medium attack and very long release. It is an atmospheric sound which can be used to create a mood.
Sound 2:
This is a short sound with emphasis on the low frequencies. It features a very specific timbre which we could understand as a string sound, would fit very well with melodic rhythm structures.
Sound 3:
A really quick sound, very high pitched with a short attack. Reminds to some metallic instrument as it beats something. Perfect for industrial percussion.
Sound 4:
Another short percussive sound, this time it could remind a bit more to wood percussion. Would fit well with world music.
Sound 5:
This could be recognised as a cowbell, it’s a metallic sound but has a longer release and resonance.