Mixolydian Resonances – Modal Composition No 3

“Mixolydian Resonances – Modal Composition No 3 Acrylic on paper, 21×29.5cm Arnaud Quercy Creations / AQC0505 / 2024 ‘Mixolydian Resonances’ translates the adventurous yet reflective spirit of the Mixolydian mode into a visual medium. This mode, characterized by its major scale with a distinct flattened seventh, brings a bluesy, open-ended tension to music. The painting interprets this audial quality through a vibrant juxtaposition of forms and a palette that hints at both the familiar and the exploratory. Deep blacks and strong reds convey the mode’s melodic depth, contrasting with the warm oranges and tans that reflect its intrinsic major tonality. The composition stands as a visual symphony, where each color and shape represents a harmonic interval, together weaving an image that resonates with the Mixolydian mode’s unique blend of joyous yet introspective melodies.