The Syntax of Sheet Music
We often speak of music as a "universal language", but beyond the metaphor lies a tangible, non-verbal writing system of incredible power. This article deciphers sheet music as a linguistic…
Unlocking the Universe of Languages
We often speak of music as a "universal language", but beyond the metaphor lies a tangible, non-verbal writing system of incredible power. This article deciphers sheet music as a linguistic…
Music is often considered an auditory experience, but for the Deaf community, it's a world felt through powerful vibrations and seen through the stunning visual poetry of sign language. This…
We call music a "universal language," but can it truly communicate like one? This deep dive compares the notes and chords of music to the words and grammar of language,…
Ever wonder why Italian opera sounds so smooth or why English dominates the pop charts? The answer lies in the "phonetics of pop"βthe specific sounds, rhythms, and structures of a…