Those that do not follow string theory might have been less inclined to believe in it’s history?

That the singing bowls might by analogy lead to “another thought” when clicked on?

A linked paragraph to some greater kernel of truth,or some “orchestration” in the value of sound?

While one might think of the triangle of consideration, it would not be to hard to figure that architectural features would have also been harnessed? Similar respective examples of solutions from angled to parallel lines, leads to hyperspherical “inner” solutions of the dome, as a consequence of dimensional shape exploitation?:)

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000056JSS/102-2145595-8187327?v=glance&n=130&v=glance

Not sure if there are any triangles in this one, but you can be sure that the next time I watch Parsifal I’ll be listening…

-cvj

Oh well…I just tried to get over it and move on down the list… I’m doing ok with my recovery.

-cvj

I’m a straight female but I’m dazzled by the stunning beauty of Anne-Sophie Mutter. I haven’t heard any of her recordings but judging from all the CDs she seems world-class. With THAT combo going for her she could have had any guy in the world, and she married Previn?

-cvj

P.S. I used to like Andre Previn until I learned that he married Anne-Sophie Mutter. I’m very annoyed at him indeed. The younger me fell in love with her in 1985 upon hearing her play the Brahms Violin concerto (the first time I heard it) at the BBC Proms over Radio 3. (Yes, the radio….I had no idea what she looked like…..it was her playing that got me.) I still have the recording, and it’s fantastic. Hmmm…maybe it’s Brahms I was in love with.

I play classical piano and have performed in public just once. It can be pretty nerve-racking! On TV I’ve seen Andre’ Previn conduct from the piano while playing Mozart’s piano concerto # 9 in E flat (my favorite!). I’ve always admired the kind of coordination and reflexes required for this effort. Does that ability make one a Superconductor?

I don’t mean this to sound patronizing, but is there a lot of competition to be a percussionist for an orchestra? Again, pardon my curiosity, but what special skills are needed for this job above and beyond a good ear and quick physical reflexes?

I play classical piano and have performed in public just once. It can be pretty nerve-racking! On TV I’ve seen Andre’ Previn conduct from the piano while playing Mozart’s piano concerto # 9 in E flat (my favorite!). I’ve always admired the kind of coordination and reflexes required for this effort. Does that ability make one a Superconductor?

I don’t mean this to sound patronizing, but is there a lot of competition to be a percussionist for an orchestra? Again, pardon my curiosity, but what special skills are needed for this job above and beyond a good ear and quick physical reflexes?

Hhmmm…coffee sounds like a good idea….

…..must…have….more……………coffee…..

Later.

-cvj

Inquiring minds need to know!

-cvj

On a different note (groan) the triangle in the picture definitely looks like an equilateral. Bizarrely, when I was at the Festspiele in Bayreuth over the summer I saw a triangle player (a trianglist?) who had three different triangles: an isosceles, an equilateral, and a curious one that seemed to be a strip of cold-rolled steel with holes punched in it. I don’t know what’s more difficult to figure out, the different types of shape or exactly where a triangle belongs in a performance of Parsifal.

Seems to me it would be more fun (if it did not affect the sound) to have scalene triangles. Very cool. Everyone will be doing it one day… just watch.

Well, I have to go find an outift for the 70s Monster Mash party now.

-cvj

As for equilateral vs. other triangle types (I think that’s what you mean), it’s an interesting thought. From its prevalence, I would suppose the equilateral to be most versatile, but I think the shapes in this case affects the ergonomics more than the acoustics. Seems that keeping a steady rhythmn would be easier to maintain with equal angles between sides; the travel time from side to side, so to speak, when striking the center of each side, would be the same, given that the movement had consistent speed and the center of the sides were reached each strike. The angle of the strikes in relation to the sides of the triangle would be the same as well, delivering similar tones. With other triangle types, depending on the lengths of the sides and the angles, you may have to adjust for the differences while you were playing if you didn’t want those effects.