An aesthetic exploration of datasets containing the frequency of each note played on the piano keyboard in popular classical scores.
COURSE
DSGN 337 Information Design and Visualization
DURATION
2 Weeks
TOOLS
Observable
01. INTRODUCTION AND GOAL
I chose to work with Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata as my dataset and used Observable to code and format the frequency of each note played on the piano keyboard. My goal was to create an immersive experience that allows the audience to engage with the music in a unique and visually appealing way.
02. ARTISTIC STRATEGY
I wanted to visualize the music of Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata in a way that enhances the audience's experience and engagement with the piece. I aimed to achieve this by mapping the frequency of each note played on the piano keyboard to different visual elements such as color, shape, and size.
03. AESTHETIC EXPLORATION
I started by analyzing the structure of the piece and identifying its key components such as the keys, accidentals, and frequency. I then used the frequency data to create a visual representation of each of these components. For example, I used different colors to represent different keys and sizes to represent the frequency of each key. I also wanted to visually represent a keyboard, so I used the x-axis of the graph to mimic the physical location of each key on a piano keyboard.
Using Observable, I was able to turn my plan into a tangible format that could be easily visualized and manipulated creatively.
1st movement
2nd movement
3rd movement
04. CONCLUDING THOUGHTS
This project was a challenging and rewarding experience that allowed me to explore the intersection of music and visual art. By using data visualization techniques and coding, I was able to create an immersive artwork that enhances the audience's experience of Beethoven's masterpiece. I believe that this project has the potential to inspire other artists and musicians to explore the possibilities of data-driven art and to create new and exciting experiences for their audiences.
FINAL PROJECT HERE