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2004-10-03

 
From: Eric
Subject: [CB] Tuning systems
Date: Sun, 3 Oct 2004 20:22:48 GMT


Just like theology (try using the term "genus maiestaticum" in a sentence), when one doesn't use music theory terms often enough, one forgets them!

So on to my question:  Besides "tempered" (think Bach's "Wohltempiert Klavier"), what are the other intonation systems used in music -- I'm thinking primarily Western music -- and what are the characteristics of them?  For example, "raise the leading tone", etc.

Sorry so vague on my question, but 20+ years of not using many of these terms has given me that "deer-in-the-headlights" look...

Thanks in advance!

Eric in
MN

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Date: Sun, 03 Oct 2004 16:50:00 -0500
From: jim
Subject: Re: [CB] Tuning systems


> So on to my question:  Besides "tempered" (think Bach's "Wohltempiert
> Klavier"), what are the other intonation systems used in music

The Japanese piano makers employ "just-in-time" manufacturing techniques to help keep costs down and remain competitive. To keep the cost of tuning down they employ a system called "just intonation". Just kidding.

Jim


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