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Journal Article

The Musical Restoration of the "Joueuse de Tympanon"

Authors: Mercier, Denis; Haury, Jean; Broussard, Jean-Marie

Journal of the Audio Engineering Society · Volume 42 · Issue 6 · June 1994

Abstract

A new concept for restoring antique musical mechanisms is described. Having recorded the original sound and noted the static and dynamic readings of pitch and rhythm, an audio MIDI processing system enabled the virtual reconstruction by computer of the musical performance of the -Joueuse de tympanon,- a mechanical musician from the 18th centry. This studio editing work is recommended as a guide for the restoration of this mechanical instrument.

Details

Publication
Journal of the Audio Engineering Society
Volume
42
Issue
6
Publication date
June 6, 1994
Affiliation
Musee des Arts et Metiers,C.N.A.M., Paris, France (See document for exact affiliation information.)
Type
Journal Article