SOUND SHAPES: TSL250411 (2026)

Sound Shapes: TSL250411 is a visual interpretation of sound as well as being a graphic score, where visual materials are interpreted sonically. The white spaces are representing silence, while different colors represent bow speed. The work is performed by following the black lines through the piece, playing according the colors encountered. For this piece, the graphic score is interpreted with viola da gamba.

Preview of the full score *Sound Shapes: TSL250411*

Have a listen, or try it yourself!

For four string instruments playing E’s across three octaves.
Read from top to bottom.
White background: Do not play / pause.
Colored shape: Play airy / distorted / sul ponticello tremolo / single note repetition.
Bow speed: Green/grey = slow. Light pink = medium. Dark pink = fast.

Credits:

Sound Shapes: TSL250411

Physical details:
Material: Watercolor on cotton paper
Dimensions: A2, 46 x 61 cm

Sound piece to listen to:
2:44 min – stereo audio

Concept: Tine Surel Lange
Painting: Tine Surel Lange
Viola da gamba: Tine Surel Lange
Photo, image processing: Michal Sykora
Recording, mixing: Michal Sykora

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