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13. August 2024

Frap Tools: Modal Counterpoint Meets Modular – Trevor Tunnacliffe’s Oceanic Patchwork

What happens when Renaissance counterpoint collides with the voltage-driven world of Eurorack? In this episode from Frap Tools’ podcast, composer and multi-instrumentalist Trevor Tunnacliffe takes us through his journey from viola da gamba to modular synths, weaving early music sensibilities into the fabric of contemporary sound design. The discussion dives deep into modal counterpoint, the compositional quirks of the Unthunk collective, and the technical artistry behind a modular patch that channels the ebb and flow of ocean swells. As always with Frap Tools, the focus is on thoughtful design, sonic detail, and the creative possibilities that emerge when historical technique

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8. August 2024

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Frap Tools: Modal Counterpoint Meets Modular—Trevor Tunnacliffe’s Oceanic Patchwork

Frap Tools brings us a deep dive into the musical world of Trevor Tunnacliffe, a Vancouver-based composer whose roots in early Renaissance counterpoint intertwine with a modern modular synth ethos. In this episode of “Let’s Talk Music,” Trevor unpacks his journey from viola da gamba to Eurorack, revealing how modal counterpoint and oceanic inspiration shape his collective project, Unthunk. The discussion weaves together patch design, environmental themes, and collaborative composition, all filtered through Frap Tools’ signature lens for detail and sonic nuance. Expect a blend of historical rigor and patch-based experimentation, with plenty of voltage, timelines, and a dash of

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29. March 2024

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Frap Tools: Lukas Hermann on Modular Synthesis, Literature, and the Art of Patch-Building

In this episode from Frap Tools, we dive into the world of Lukas Hermann—a German scholar, musician, and educator whose modular synth compositions straddle the line between literary inspiration and sonic abstraction. Frap Tools, renowned for their design-driven Eurorack modules, host a conversation that unpacks how Hermann’s approach to patching, modulation, and community-building shapes both his music and the broader electronic scene in Western Germany. Expect a journey through evolving textures, improvisational performance, and the philosophy of making modular synthesis accessible to all. If you’re curious about the intersection of art, education, and the unpredictable joys of patch cables, this

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28. March 2024

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Frap Tools Podcast: Lukas Hermann on Modular Synthesis, Community, and Sonic Rupture

In this episode of Frap Tools’ ‘Let’s Talk Music’ podcast, German scholar and modular musician Lukas Hermann takes centre stage. Known for weaving literary inspiration into modular soundscapes, Hermann discusses his journey from classical guitar to the ever-evolving world of Eurorack. The conversation explores his patching philosophy, the dynamic interplay of voices and modulation, and his commitment to making modular synthesis accessible through education and community events. Expect a deep dive into the art of balancing structure with creative chaos, all underpinned by Frap Tools’ signature focus on thoughtful design and sonic exploration.

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