related works
As I lay down : for string trio, electronics and video / Idin Samimi Mofakham
Genre:
Chamber music
Subgenre:
String trio (violin, viola, cello)
Scoring:
vn vla vc
Kwintet : voor gestemd slagwerk, 1989 / Roel van Oosten
Genre:
Chamber music
Subgenre:
Percussion
Scoring:
5perc
Dukha : for marimba solo with percussion : in memoriam Jan Rokus van Roosendael / Sinta Wullur
Genre:
Chamber music
Subgenre:
Percussion
Scoring:
mar(perc)
Urban Turban : Version for two marimbas / Ned McGowan
Genre:
Chamber music
Subgenre:
Percussion
Scoring:
2mar
composition
4C2 (Four choose Two) : for percussion / Idin Samimi Mofakham
Other authors:
Samimi Mofakham, Idin
(Composer)
Description:
4C2 (4 choose 2), as the meaning of its title, is an investigation of how many combinations you get if you have four items and choose two at a time?
As a composer focusing on rational intonation, my daily work circles around numbers and mathematical equations, which become a source of inspiration for writing music. In this specific piece, I wanted to explore form-making possibilities based on permutation, combination, and derangement with one single equation, 4C2.
The rhythmic contents of the piece are derived from the mathematical ratios that describe the microintervals in Persian classical music. They are interpreted as the polyrhythmic contents that build up a complex sonic narration for percussive sounds.
Idin Samimi Mofakham