Moylan: Chapter 6

A System for Evaluating Sound

Element of SoundEvaluation Graphs and Processes
TimeTimeline of song; with structure, phrase, and text indications
Sound sources against timeline
PitchMelodic contour
Pitch area
Pitch Density
Element of SoundEvaluation Graphs and Processes
DynamicsDynamic Contour
Sound-quality evaluation
Timbral balance
Element of SoundEvaluation Graphs and Processes
Spatial propertiesDistance location
Stereo location and surround location
Sound stage
Perceived performance environment
Environmental Characteristics of sources

Graphing the States and Activity of Sound Components

Multilayered example

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