Pyrox

In five movements for String Quartet and electronics

The title refers to the word pyroxene. Igneous-rock-forming silicate minerals, that vary in color from white to dark green or black.

Performance notes

For best results use clip-on microphones for each instrument. DPA 4099 mics. are preferred. If not using a clip-on mic. then use a condenser mic. located near the body of the instrument. 

A strong red spotlight located on the floor around the performers is preferred.
Smoke can also be added. If not available then red-colored spotlights from the ceiling can be used, surrounding the string quartet.

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Hilmar Thórdarson – Pyrox in five movements – 1st. movement (computerised mock-up)

Pyrox 2nd. movement (score)

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Pyrox 2nd. movement (illustrative video)

Hilmar Thórdarson – Pyrox in five movements – 2nd. movement (computerised mock-up)

Pyrox 3rd. movement (score)

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Pyrox 3rd. movement (illustrative video)

Hilmar Thórdarson – Pyrox in five movements – 3rd. movement (computerised mock-up)

Pyrox 4th. movement (score)

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Pyrox 4th. movement (illustrative video)

Hilmar Thórdarson – Pyrox in five movements – 4th movement. (computerised mock-up)

Pumices 5th. movement (score)

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Pumices 5th. movement (illustrative video)

Hilmar Thórdarson – Pyrox in five movements – 5th movement. (computerised mock-up)