The Chop Notation Glossary is the central part of a larger work known as The Chop Notation Project.
The Chop Notation Project is a written work (free PDF download) which creates and establishes a standardized music notation to read and write percussive the bowed string technique known as chopping, bringing it up to speed with the current playing practice. Created by Casey Driessen in partnership with Spanish violinist Oriol Saña, and through consultation with other recognized “choppers,” the hope is that a system such as this will enable composers and players to share and communicate their musical ideas more easily across the globe.
This video focuses on detailing and demonstrating the Chop Notation Glossary portion of the project which includes all symbols needed to read/write the technique. It is meant to be used in conjunction with additional explanations and tips found in The Chop Notation Project paper.
If you'd like to download a copy of the paper, please visit www.WorldOfChop.com.
In addition to the glossary, the project includes a series of 10 notated Exercises & Grooves. While the notation will always be free as part of the project, a companion video workshop series detailing these exercises and grooves, with examples at different tempos, is available for purchase at www.CaseyDriessen.com/store.
CHAPTERS / CHOPTERS:
A Brief History of Chopping - 0:58
About the Chop Notation Project - 5:43
Explanations & Demonstrations of The Chop Notation Glossary
- Note Heads - 7:43
- Bow Placements (Sounding Point) - 12:00
- Hard Chop - 15:18
- Soft Chop - 16:36
- Scrapes - 20:12
- Triple Chop - 23:30
Where to find The Chop Notation Project - 26:30
CREDITS:
Cameras: Masa Pelc, Bharath Ranganathan
Video Editing: Masa Pelc
Audio Engineer: Casey Driessen
Theme Music: Casey Driessen