Calder introduces the figures silently one by one, manipulating them and activating the low-tech mechanisms (cranks, pull-strings, air hoses) that animate their activities.
In the case of ideal stretched strings and air columns, higher harmonics result when the full length of the vibrating medium is divided into more and more equal parts.
Overtone, in acoustics, tone sounding above the fundamental tone when a string or air column vibrates as a whole, producing the fundamental, or first harmonic.
The Obama administration's string of air quality amendments, however, are precisely the type of aggressive action that environmentalists and Democrats have long sought.
Besides, snow spray, crazy string and air horn can be awesome tools to enhance the atmosphere of party.
Now he plans to open a string of air-conditioned shops to sell his produce.
Portable fans blow against the sticky summer air, strings of lights illuminate outdoor tables and only the rumble of the occasional train interrupts the rhythm of conversation.
The drums gallop, strings drench the air and guitars weave in between the rhythms effortlessly, producing a controlled explosion of sound and theatre that sounds part Scott Walker, part Shirley Bassey.
Cabaret, dance music and stark sequences of strings fill the air; a man pops out of the cupboard that serves as his bedroom; masked figures prance across the stage.
Through their productions and acclaimed live shows, the duo explores a variety of layered instrumentation that's sound-design at its very finest; subtle droplets of bass slowly evolve into powerful techno thuds, while minimal strings float through air to remain delicacy throughout.
