fendedtinysongrefapply
fendedtinysongrefapply is a contemporary musical piece first performed in 2007 by the avant‑garde ensemble "Rift Point". The title is a coined term derived from the sonic exploration of microtonality ("fendedtine") combined with the practice of referencing unconventional timbres ("songref") and the use of applied rhythm ("apply"). The composer, whose pseudonym is M. S. Kwon, designed the work to examine the boundaries between audible and inaudible spaces, employing a twelve‑piece suite of micro‑interval pieces that each explore a different pitch class.
The composition is structured around a series of eight “refraction blocks” that are each preceded by a
Upon its premiere it received mixed reviews from critics; some praised the work’s experimental bravery while