For Episode #127 of The Big Note we explore microtonality further, after briefly touching on it last week. We also discuss politics both in music and in life, seeing as I touched on that subject last week as well (and got a bit of feedback) 😆
~ Microtonality is the use of microtones in music — that is, intervals smaller than a semitone. These are sometimes called microintervals.
The idea can be broadened to include any music that uses intervals outside the standard Western system of twelve equal notes per octave. In simple terms, a microtone is a note that falls “between the keys” of a piano tuned in equal temperament.
Down Below - Gusto Gusto [10-02-26] Nathan P
* What Was She Thinking? - BenKonarov [10-02-26]
* Harmony - In Constance [20-02-26] 
* Coming Undone - mkDubby [27-02-26]
* If You Wanna Stay Alive - Tom Woodward from “Come, Come, KARMA!” [28-01-26]
* Blow Up The Pokies - The Whitlams from “Love This City” [29-05-2000]
* The Holes In Our Heads - Cam Eric from “This World Below” [14-10-25]
* Fabienk - Angine De Poitrine [05-02-26]
* Sleep Drifter - King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard from “Flying Microtonal Banana” [2017]
* Gleam - Sevish from “Harmony Hacker” [2017]
* Sacrificial Code - Kali Malone from “The Sacrificial Code” [2019]
* Iket Adjen - Tinariwen from “Amatssou” [19-05-23]
* Politics - Dragon from “O Zambezi” [1978]
* Apolitical by Worker & Parasite from “POLITICS: A Case Study of the Nexus between Populism, Apathy & Exploitation” [08-09-22]
* The Slime - Frank Zappa from “Over-nite SensaOon” [1973] 
* Nuclear Fusion - King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard from “Flying Microtonal Banana” [2017]

Episode Image: Looking for notes between the notes [C.J. Stephen]

For Episode #127 of The Big Note we explore microtonality further, after briefly touching on it last week. We also discuss politics both in music and in life, seeing as I touched on that subject last week as well (and got a bit of feedback) 😆 ~ Microtonality is the use of microtones in music &mdash; that is, intervals smaller than a semitone. These are sometimes called microintervals. The idea can be broadened to include any music that uses intervals outside the standard Western system of twelve equal notes per octave. In simple terms, a microtone is a note that falls &ldquo;between the keys&rdquo; of a piano tuned in equal temperament.
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<li>Down Below - Gusto Gusto [10-02-26] Nathan P * What Was She Thinking? - BenKonarov [10-02-26] * Harmony - In Constance [20-02-26]&nbsp; * Coming Undone - mkDubby [27-02-26] * If You Wanna Stay Alive - Tom Woodward from &ldquo;Come, Come, KARMA!&rdquo; [28-01-26] * Blow Up The Pokies - The Whitlams from &ldquo;Love This City&rdquo; [29-05-2000] * The Holes In Our Heads - Cam Eric from &ldquo;This World Below&rdquo; [14-10-25] * Fabienk - Angine De Poitrine [05-02-26] * Sleep Drifter - King Gizzard &amp; the Lizard Wizard from &ldquo;Flying Microtonal Banana&rdquo; [2017] * Gleam - Sevish from &ldquo;Harmony Hacker&rdquo; [2017] * Sacrificial Code - Kali Malone from &ldquo;The Sacrificial Code&rdquo; [2019] * Iket Adjen - Tinariwen from &ldquo;Amatssou&rdquo; [19-05-23] * Politics - Dragon from &ldquo;O Zambezi&rdquo; [1978] * Apolitical by Worker &amp; Parasite from &ldquo;POLITICS: A Case Study of the Nexus between Populism, Apathy &amp; Exploitation&rdquo; [08-09-22] * The Slime - Frank Zappa from &ldquo;Over-nite SensaOon&rdquo; [1973]&nbsp; * Nuclear Fusion - King Gizzard &amp; the Lizard Wizard from &ldquo;Flying Microtonal Banana&rdquo; [2017] Episode Image: Looking for notes between the notes [C.J. Stephen]</li>
</ul>

Plato told us “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.”

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Plato told us “Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.”
Napolean Bonaparte said “Music is what tells us that the human race is greater than we realise"
Frank Zappa simply said “Music Is The Best”
Have you ever wondered exactly what Music is? Where does it come from, who defines it and what does it mean to us?
"The Big Note" goes beyond the surface of popular hits or classical standards, embracing a spirit of curiosity and exploration. We will celebrate the global diversity of music and the rich tapestry of sounds from different cultures and traditions. From traditional folk tunes to world fusion experiments, we'll bring you on a sonic adventure that transcends boundaries and connects us through the universal language of music.
Your input, requests, and questions are welcomed as we embark on this exciting exploration of all things musical. Tune in, turn up the volume, and let the symphony of "The Big Note" fill your ears, heart, and soul. Get ready to be inspired, entertained, and enlightened as together we uncover the captivating stories and sounds that make up the fabric of our musical heritage and understanding.
You can also find The Big Note here:
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/the_bignote/">https://www.instagram.com/the_bignote/</a>
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I would like to extend a huge thank you to The Big Note's subscribers:
Performer subscribers: Bec Jean | Fennec
Listener Subscribers: Ren from Nazza Wazza Norf | Maureen from Monbulk | Nat from Newport | Beth from Elwood | Jane the Great | Gregor | Daryl from Murumbeena | Jeff from Lyonville | Meliza from Upper Ferntree Gully | Chris from Emerald | Tricia | Liz from Hobart
Offbeat subscribers: The Tea Cat | Frank the Fanciful Frequency | Bitey Banjo
 
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