Duet

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DUET VOICE 1
DUET VOICE 2

A duet is a musical composition for two performers, often used for voice or piano. Each part is separate and independent, yet they harmonize when presented together. Or they can be more of a dialogue. The advantage of duets is that they allow the creator to model techniques and musicianship. Tone quality, vibrato, rhythmic integrity and intonation can be modeled when playing duet.

The DUET paintings were inspired by this musical structure. VOICE 1 and VOICE 2 are similar, but also different–in the overall structure, tones, nuances, modulation and number of elements. They can either form a combination or be considered individually as two independent compositions.

DUET VOICE 1, 2023, Acrylic and lacquer on HDF panel, 60 x 50 cm | Photo: Angelika Dierkes
DUET VOICE 2, 2023, Acrylic on HDF panel, 60 x 50 cm | Photo: Angelika Dierkes

A duet is a musical composition for two performers, often used for voice or piano. Each part is separate and independent, yet they harmonize when presented together. Or they can be more of a dialogue. The advantage of duets is that they allow the creator to model techniques and musicianship. Tone quality, vibrato, rhythmic integrity and intonation can be modeled when playing duet.

The DUET paintings were inspired by this musical structure. VOICE 1 and VOICE 2 are similar, but also different–in the overall structure, tones, nuances, modulation and number of elements. They can either form a combination or be considered individually as two independent compositions.