Details of the Artwork
In "Flying Voodoo Melody" Jimi's electric guitar melody has been lifted above the other parts and is shown as a vertical lattice. At this viewing angle anyone familiar with the melody can plainly see the contour of the notes which appear similar to music notation. The highest notes are at the top and earlier music on the left so it reads like a line of sheet music. But this method shows pitch bends, vibrato, and other aspects that highlight the incredible fluidity of Hendrix' lead guitar work.
This passage starts about 20 seconds after the beginning of Voodoo Child (Slight Return) and shows about 30 seconds of music.
Four instruments are portrayed separately. Drums, rhythm guitar, and bass are shown as a landscape. Treble in front, bass in back. Earlier notes on left.
The purple haze above and brimstone floor below do not represent the analyzed music. Only the 3D shapes represent the music.
Notes about the Music
Expressive instrumental solo improvisations have always fascinated music fans. James Marshal Hendrix was capable of some of the best. His musical powers were almost unlimited. Jimi was fiery and “bad” in Voodoo Child’s opening, solos, and choruses, but his optimism and playfulness come through in later sections of the lyrics. These portraits are of the fire and brimstone sections.
