Grandpa Bill Asks: listeners, picture this: We're standing with Dr. Metivier inside the early structure of his physical Memory Palace in Australia. Sunlight streams through the unglazed windows, illuminating the concrete floor where the A-to-Z memory wheel will soon be. In the center of this space, Dr. Metivier stands with his real bass guitar.
Now, let's use the Major System to create a memorable scene of him playing multiple Bach works, associating each number with a specific action or element related to a piece.
0 - S/Z/Soft C: Imagine Dr. Metivier zipping up a black leather jacket as he prepares to play the opening of Bach's Toccata and Fugue in D minor (often adapted for bass). The 'zipping' sound and the dramatic nature of the piece connect to the 'S' sound of zero.
1 - T/Th: He then begins the famous Air on the G String from Orchestral Suite No. 3. Imagine him gently tapping his foot in time with the melody. The 'T' sound links to the number one and the flowing, gentle nature of the piece.
2 - N: Next, he transitions to a lively section from one of the Brandenburg Concertos. Visualize a flock of gnats buzzing around his head as he plays a particularly intricate and fast passage, representing the quick, busy nature of the music. The 'N' sound connects to the number two.
3 - M: For the powerful Passacaglia and Fugue in C minor, imagine a giant ham swinging rhythmically in front of him as he plays the deep, grounding bass line of the Passacaglia. The 'M' sound links to three, and the weighty image reflects the music's gravitas.
4 - R: As he moves to a movement from one of the Cello Suites, picture a rower in a small boat gently rocking back and forth in time with the bowing motions his right hand makes on the bass strings. The 'R' sound connects to four and evokes the smooth, flowing quality of the cello.
5 - L: Imagine a bright light suddenly illuminating the fretboard as he plays a particularly beautiful and soaring melodic line from the Mass in B minor (again, a bass adaptation). The 'L' sound connects to five and emphasizes the radiant quality of the music.
6 - J/Sh/Ch/Soft G: For an adaptation of one of the English Suites, see him suddenly wearing a chef's hat and playfully conducting with his head while he plays a more dance-like and rhythmic section. The 'Ch' sound connects to six and adds a whimsical element.
8 - F/V: As he plays a section from the Goldberg Variations (arranged for bass), imagine fluffy white foam suddenly erupting from the sound holes in his bass, bubbling and dissipating with the intricate variations. The 'F' sound connects to eight and provides a visual texture to the complex music.
9 - P/B: Finally, for a powerful cadence, imagine a large purple balloon inflating and then gently deflating in time with the final, resonant notes of a Bach Chorale. The 'P/B' sounds connect to nine and provide a strong visual conclusion.
So, there you have it, Dr. Metivier in his future Memory Palace, playing a medley of Bach, with each piece and a corresponding Major System number brought to life through a vivid mnemonic image. This is the power of the Magnetic Memory Method in action, connecting sound, image, and location in a truly unforgettable way. Dr. Metivier will be on my Podcast on 8/12/25 WE will discuss his thoughts on this at that time stay tuned!
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