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He demonstrates how to incorporate these voicings into modal improvisations, using the scales as a foundation for creating melodies and harmonies that highlight the stacked intervals. For example, practicing these voicings within the Dorian mode can lead to distinctive, evocative improvisation lines that evoke modern jazz atmospheres.
The Artistic and Emotional Impact
Throughout the talk, Rick stresses that quartal and quintal harmony serve as tools for expression—allowing composers and improvisers to evoke mystery, tension, or open-ended serenity. The ambiguity of stacking same-sized intervals, whether fourths or fifths, offers a palette that defies traditional tonality but opens up imaginative possibilities.