Canon

In its simplest form, the canon is a musical "round," in which each singer picks up the words and tune a beat or so after the preceding singer. In this film, Norman McLaren and Grant Munro demonstrate, by animation and live action, how a canon works. Colors and shapes represent the different voice parts, and designs illustrate movement patterns and intervals. By artistic interpretation, McLaren suggests how the sound "looks," giving a clearer understanding of the musical form.

Canadian Film Award, Best Arts and Experimental, Norman McLaren and Grant Munro, 1965