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The Mantra Device

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52 minute composition for 16 players and Conductor that takes an intricate melody by Karlheinz Stockhausen and codes it as a formula using x and y. This formula is then fed with all 110 possible different values available within Equal Temperament, and this allows for a whole spectrum of melodies from simple to complex which all reflect the internal logic of the Mantra theme. These are then interpreted imaginatively to create the finished Soundtrack which can be thought of as a series of cues for an imaginary spy film.

NB There is also a 30 minute Composer's Mix, which may be preferable for performance, with these movements:

00:00 Theme 01:28 Part 1 - Car chase 03:02 Part 2 - Submarine 04:46 Part 3 - Asia 06:11 Part 4 - Jungle 08:56 Part 5 - Train / Mountain Lair 12:35 Part 6 - Dance 14:08 Part 7 - Snow / Threat 16:52 Part 8 - Deep South 18:44 Part 9 - Sea plane 19:37 Part 10 - Scuba Dive 22:50 Part 11 - Snow hut / Chess board 26:06. Part 12 - Reflection & Whisky 27:19 Recapitulation of Theme 28:32 Play out music

Video available on YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/@jonathanparrycomposer

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Year

United Kingdom

Minutes
30