Indonesian Journal of Music Research, Development, and Technology
Focus: Interlude: Indonesian Journal of Music Research, Development, and Technology seeks to provide a forum for scholarly exploration, exchange, and progress in the fields of music research, development, and technology. The journal focuses on a multidisciplinary approach to comprehending and enhancing various aspects of music, including both traditional and modern practices. It aims to cultivate collaboration and innovation among music and technology researchers, practitioners, and technologists. Scope: Music Research: Interlude embraces original research articles that delve into diverse areas of music scholarship, such as musicology, ethnomusicology, music theory, music history, and inter-disciplinary studies. It is encouraged that researchers investigate the historical contexts, cultural influences, and theoretical frameworks that shape the world of music.Music Development: The journal encourages submissions that investigate the creative process, composition, arrangement, and performance aspects of music development. This includes studies into musical forms, styles, genres, and techniques, as well as the function of music in social and cultural contexts.Music Technology: The purpose of Interlude is to highlight advancements in music technology, including but not limited to digital music production, sound synthesis, virtual instruments, audio processing, music software, interactive installations, and multimedia applications. It encourages research on the design, implementation, and impact of technological instruments and solutions in the domain of music.Music for Media: This area focuses on the creation, application, and impact of music in various forms of media, including but not limited to film, television, video games, advertising, virtual reality, and other multimedia platforms. Music and Society: The journal provides a forum for discussions regarding the societal and cultural implications of music. This may include analyses of the role of music in identity formation, activism, education, healing, and well-being, as well as examinations of how technology has transformed the consumption and distribution of music.Interdisciplinary Approaches: Interlude encourages research that bridges the divide between music, technology, and other disciplines such as psychology, neuroscience, anthropology, sociology, computer science, and engineering. It endeavors to investigate how the intersection of diverse disciplines can enhance our understanding of music and its relationship to technology.Innovation and Collaboration: The journal promotes articles that spotlight innovative music and technology projects, collaborations, and initiatives. It endeavors to foster a dialogue between academia, industry, and the broader artistic community in order to propel the development and application of innovative concepts and technologies.
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<![CDATA[The interplay of motifs and instruments in RADWIMPS’ “Sparkle”: A compositional analysis ]]>
<![CDATA[Danny Ceri]]>;
<![CDATA[Athariq Dwi Rizky Pratama]]>
<![CDATA[ Interlude: Indonesian Journal of Music Research, Development, and Technology Vol 2, No 2 (2023): Interlude: May 2023 ]]>
Publisher : <![CDATA[Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia ]]>
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DOI: 10.17509/interlude.v2i2.70438
<![CDATA[The relationship between film and music is a deep and intricate phenomenon that significantly shapes the viewer's experience by blending visuals and audio to create a beautifully captivating ambiance. This synthesis is especially crucial in genres such as drama, supernatural, and fantasy when music serves as a channel to the imaginary worlds depicted on television. The 2016 Japanese fantasy animation film *Kimi no Na wa* (Your Name) demonstrates the connection between well-crafted music and a film's narrative and emotional depth. It showcases character design by Masayoshi Tanaka and a remarkable score by the Japanese rock band RADWIMPS. The tale centers around a schoolgirl hailing from rural Japan and a student residing in Tokyo who inexplicably swap bodies, creating the backdrop for a very emotional story. This research underscores the importance of the soundtrack, namely RADWIMPS's utilization of piano, in evoking emotional and imaginative reactions. The study highlights the intricate influence of music in films, impacting psychological, visual, emotional, and imaginative processes. Music enhances the cinematic experience by setting the mood, intensifying feelings, and providing a captivating background, transporting the viewer to different worlds. This study aims to explore the optimal utilization of music in fantasy and supernatural films to enhance storytelling and engage spectators in response to the growing output of such films. This study employs a qualitative research approach to examine the recurring utilization of piano motifs in the music of *Kimi no Na Wa* and its influence on the cinematic experience. The findings illustrate that particular musical components substantially impact how the audience perceives and emotionally responds, offering vital insights for filmmakers and researchers. This study emphasizes the multifaceted function of music in improving storytelling and its significant influence on viewers' emotional and psychological involvement]]>
<![CDATA[Analysis the structural complexity of “Time” in Hans Zimmer’s score for ”Inception” ]]>
<![CDATA[Sandi Putra Ikhsan]]>;
<![CDATA[Hafizhah Insani Midyanti]]>
<![CDATA[ Interlude: Indonesian Journal of Music Research, Development, and Technology Vol 3, No 1 (2023): Interlude: November 2023 ]]>
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DOI: 10.17509/interlude.v3i1.70083
<![CDATA[This study explores the intricate structure of "Time", a piece in Hans Zimmer's. The study aims to analyze the complex layers of "Time" and its influence on the overall impression of the picture. The primary study question investigates how the structural components of the composition, such as its recurring motifs, slow progression, and emotional climaxes, correspond to and amplify the movie's examination of time and reality. The process entails a qualitative analysis utilizing a literature review and an observational assessment of the film's audio-visual synchronization. By analyzing scholarly publications and conducting a literature study, the research reveals how Zimmer's minimalist approach and his inventive utilization of electronic sounds produce a distinctive auditory encounter that reflects the film's themes. Examining pivotal scenes that prominently display the concept of "Time" allows us to understand the intentional decisions made in the composition and execution of the music. The research findings indicate that the intricate composition of "Time" greatly amplifies the viewer's sense of being fully engaged in the film. The changing dynamics and recurring patterns of the piece not only mirror the emotional progress of the characters but also act as a guiding force for the viewer, helping them navigate through the complex storyline of the film. The emotional trajectory depicted in "Time"—evolving from a state of tension and confusion to one of resolution and hope—mirrors the thematic trajectory of the film, emphasizing its crucial function as an integral element in the narrative process. This analysis illustrates that the popularity of "Inception" is not exclusively attributed to its visual and narrative originality but is equally ascribed to its refined utilization of music. "Time" demonstrates how film music may significantly impact the audience's emotional and intellectual involvement, solidifying its position as a significant piece in modern cinema.]]>
<![CDATA[Distortions in sound: Bridging acoustics and psychoacoustics in auditory perception ]]>
<![CDATA[Tauhid Firman Nurdin]]>
<![CDATA[ Interlude: Indonesian Journal of Music Research, Development, and Technology Vol 3, No 2 (2024): Interlude: May 2024 ]]>
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DOI: 10.17509/interlude.v3i2.71595
<![CDATA[The field of acoustics encompasses the examination of sound, encompassing both its physical characteristics and the way in which humans perceive auditory input. Acoustics is the study of how sound waves are created and spread physically, while psychoacoustics connects these physical characteristics to our auditory perceptions. Comprehending these two features is essential for progress in audio technology and understanding auditory perception aberrations such as paracusia and diplacusis. This research consolidates information from multiple investigations to examine the interaction between acoustics and psychoacoustics. The technique entails examining the current body of literature on the fundamental principles governing sound waves, their interaction with various materials, and their movement across space. The examination of psychoacoustic elements involved the conversion of sound waves into brain impulses. The study also examines certain psychoacoustic phenomena, such as the sense of pitch and auditory distortions. By combining acoustic and psychoacoustic concepts, we can gain a thorough comprehension of how we perceive sound. Sound waves, generated by mechanical vibrations, pass through substances such as air, causing compression and rarefaction cycles that move at a speed of about 344 m/s at a temperature of 20°C. Psychoacoustics studies the perception of sound waves, specifically how they are processed by the ear and converted into neural signals that the brain can understand. The key findings reveal the subjective nature of pitch perception, where alterations in intensity or length impact the perceived frequency and the precise sensitivity of pitch discrimination. Furthermore, abnormalities such as paracusia and diplacusis emphasize the intricacies of auditory perception. The study highlights the significance of psychoacoustics in audio technology, where principles are utilized in audio compression and noise reduction to improve sound quality and clarity. The comprehensive comprehension of acoustics and psychoacoustics lays the groundwork for advancements in audio technology and the creation of auditory experiences.]]>
<![CDATA[Innovating musical composition through urban noise: A case study in experimental sound ]]>
<![CDATA[Gilang Rahdianando]]>;
<![CDATA[Faza Sadikin Permana]]>
<![CDATA[ Interlude: Indonesian Journal of Music Research, Development, and Technology Vol 2, No 1 (2022): Interlude: November 2022 ]]>
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DOI: 10.17509/interlude.v2i1.68154
<![CDATA[The journey from concept to finished product is fascinating and intricate. It begins with a spark of inspiration, an idea that ignites the creative fire within. This concept serves as the foundation upon which the entire project is built. This research used a qualitative method with a case study approach. This research uses two types of data, including audio data of musical compositions and literature sources from articles and journals. The first step is to collect audio samples. This involves scouring libraries, recording sessions, and creating custom sounds to fit the project's vision. Each sample is carefully chosen for its timbre, texture, and emotional impact, which adds depth and richness to the final composition. The steps used are (1) audio data collection; (2) audio editing; (3) composing has four themes: exposition, development, recapitulation, and experimental; and (4) mixing and mastering, for blending all the elements of the track to create a polished and professional sound, and prepares the final blend for distribution, ensuring it sounds great on all playback systems. This involves applying EQ, compression, and limiting to maximize the loudness and clarity of the track.]]>
<![CDATA[Analyzing aesthetics in the song "Golden Hour" by JVKE: A theoretical exploration ]]>
<![CDATA[Teguh Gumilar]]>;
<![CDATA[Andhita Zahrany Putri]]>
<![CDATA[ Interlude: Indonesian Journal of Music Research, Development, and Technology Vol 2, No 2 (2023): Interlude: May 2023 ]]>
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DOI: 10.17509/interlude.v2i2.70439
<![CDATA[Aesthetics is a very common term. Everyone has their views because their tastes are clearly different. Aesthetics itself is the concept and principle of beauty. Beauty is a relative thing. Therefore, aesthetic views are measured through aesthetic parameters. This analysis uses a qualitative approach with the case study method. This case study is intended to find out the meaning of the song "Golden Hour" by JVKE, and the subject of this analysis is the lyrics and the music itself. The song has quite a unique character and is suitable for analysis or dissecting so that the intent of the work's creator can be conveyed. Aesthetics is the study of principles and laws that define beauty. It involves various meanings influenced by human perceptions and inherent values. This study examines the correlation between aesthetics and music, focusing on how the beauty of music communicates the feelings and sentiments of the artist to the listener. The value of beauty is decided by the perspectives of the appreciators who act as judges of the work, even though beauty itself is subjective. Therefore, aesthetics is considered to be a conceptual idea that needs concreteness. The objective of this research is to examine the song "Golden Hour" by JVKE using a technical approach, emphasizing how the musical beauty of the song influences important components of judgement, such as meaning, interpretation, expressiveness, and aesthetic qualities. Aesthetic metrics are employed to assess the levels of aesthetic quality, recognizing the subjective nature of these evaluations. Assessments can be classified into autonomic and heteronomic perspectives. A comprehensive comprehension of diverse musical components such as rhythm, melody, harmony, tempo, dynamics, and others is needed to fulfill the requirements for an aesthetic assessment of a song. The soul's destiny is intricately connected to aesthetic truths; a piece of artwork, despite its seeming materiality, depends on the act of observation and the experience of pleasure.]]>
<![CDATA[ARITMATIKA DALAM NOTASI MUSIK PADA LAGU FLY ME TO THE MOON ]]>
<![CDATA[Petris Simanjuntak]]>;
<![CDATA[Satria Wahyu Cahyana]]>;
<![CDATA[Shifa Anggia Prinanda]]>;
<![CDATA[Hafizhah Insani Midyanti]]>
<![CDATA[ Interlude: Indonesian Journal of Music Research, Development, and Technology Vol 1, No 2 (2022): Interlude: May 2022 ]]>
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DOI: 10.17509/interlude.v1i2.46575
<![CDATA[Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui hubungan antara konsep aritmatika dengan notasi musik pada Lagu "Fly Me to The Moon". Untuk mencapai tujuan tersebut, dilakukan studi literatur dengan artikel, jurnal atau paper yang telah ada sebagai sumber pengetahuan dalam melakukan penelitian. Penelitian ini berfokus pada bagaimana perhitungan interval pada setiap not apakah ditambah atau dikurang dan juga bagaimana pengurangan nada atau pengurangan interval pada pembuatan notasi untuk suara alto dan bagaimana penambahan nada atau penambahan interval pada pembuatan notasi untuk suara tenor. Konsep ini berlaku bagi semua lagu yang diciptakan beserta not namun penelitian ini lebih spesifik membahas pada lagu "Fly Me to The Moon".]]>
<![CDATA[Is Rumenteng Siang the future of public space performing arts in West Java? ]]>
<![CDATA[Ganang Dwi Asmoro]]>
<![CDATA[ Interlude: Indonesian Journal of Music Research, Development, and Technology Vol 1, No 1 (2021): Interlude: November 2021 ]]>
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DOI: 10.17509/interlude.v1i1.68638
<![CDATA[Performing arts venues are one of the public spaces essential to developing the human spirit. Almost all performing arts buildings in Indonesia are old Dutch heritage. One of the public spaces for performing arts in the city of Bandung is the Rumenteng Siang building. This place was previously the old building of the former Rivoli Cinema, which was later used as an arts performance space. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method, which discusses the facilities and existence of this public space. The result of this research is the discovery that Rumenteng Siang has experienced a decline in the number of viewers. One of the leading causes is the lack of quality art performances presented in the building. Apart from that, the lack of adequate facilities for art presenters is also an obstacle. Inadequate facilities can reduce the performance quality and the audience's interest in attending the event. Not only that, the lack of comfortable facilities for visitors also reduces the existence of this public space. Therefore, efforts are needed to improve facilities and the quality of performing arts presented at Rumenteng Siang. It can be done through collaboration between management, government, and the arts community to improve facilities and present quality arts performances. In this way, it is hoped that Rumenteng Siang can maintain its existence as an essential public space in developing the human spirit through art]]>
<![CDATA[Exploring the interpretation techniques in Bach’s Cello Suite No. 1 Prelude: A theoretical and practical approach to baroque performance practice ]]>
<![CDATA[Nandya Abror Nurmusabih]]>;
<![CDATA[Andhika Dzaki Naufal]]>
<![CDATA[ Interlude: Indonesian Journal of Music Research, Development, and Technology Vol 3, No 2 (2024): Interlude: May 2024 ]]>
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DOI: 10.17509/interlude.v3i2.71882
<![CDATA[This study investigates the essential strategies for interpreting Johann Sebastian Bach's Cello Suite No. 1 Prelude, with a specific emphasis on historically informed performance practices (HIP). The focus of this study is the intricate implementation of Baroque performance methods, including slurs, detached notes, double stops, cross-string techniques, and ornamentation. These skills are crucial for providing a faithful interpretation of Bach's music. The significance of this research is to connect historical performance techniques with present interpretative approaches, guaranteeing that contemporary performers may give performances that are both historically precise and emotionally captivating. The research methodology employed in this study involves an extensive examination of relevant literature, specifically focusing on the contributions of prominent academics such as Frederick Neumann, David Schulenberg, and Jean Claude Veilhan. These scholars have offered valuable insights into the fundamental aspects of Baroque performance practices. Furthermore, this analysis examines the incorporation of historical knowledge with contemporary performance practices by studying the practical insights of esteemed cellists such as Anner Bylsma and Pieter Wispelwey. This dual approach enables a comprehensive comprehension of both the theoretical foundations and actual implementations of the performance strategies in question. This research emphasizes the crucial function of slurs in producing smooth and connected phrasing, the significance of detached notes for precise rhythm, the utilization of double stops and cross-string techniques to enhance harmonic richness and technical complexity, and the importance of ornamentation in deepening the expressive quality of the Prelude. This research offers a complete framework for interpreting Bach's Cello Suite No. 1 Prelude by combining theoretical analysis with practical performance suggestions. This technique not only respects the artistic authenticity of Baroque music but also guarantees that Bach's enduring masterpiece remains relevant to contemporary audiences, thus contributing to the continuous development of classical music performance.]]>
