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for 2D, 3D and 4D imaging. Improvision was founded in 1990 by Ken Salisbury, Andrew Waterfall and John Zeidler. Improvision was acquired by PerkinElmer
Improvision
Process of devising a solution to a requirement in an ad hoc fashion
Improvisation or improvization (often shortened to improv[citation needed]) is the activity of making or doing something not planned beforehand, using
Improvisation
2007 studio album by Alex Machacek, Jeff Sipe, and Matthew Garrison
Machacek: Improvision". AllMusic. Retrieved November 14, 2022. "Alex Machacek - Improvision". Jazz Music Archives. Retrieved November 14, 2022. "Improvision".
Improvision_(album)
Spontaneous musical composition or performance
hard not to be an alien." Piano improvisation piece Problems playing this file? See media help. Musical improvisation (also known as musical extemporization)
Musical_improvisation
Theatrical genre featuring unscripted performance
Improvisational theatre, often called improvisation, improv, or impro in British English, is the form of theatre, often comedy, in which most or all of
Improvisational_theatre
1984 live album by Chet Baker
The Improviser is a live album by trumpeter Chet Baker which was recorded in Norway in 1983 and first released on the Cadence Jazz label. The Allmusic
The_Improviser
Form of improvised dancing
Contact improvisation (CI) is a postmodern dance practice that explores movement through shared weight, touch, and physical awareness. Originating in
Contact_improvisation
Music genre
Free improvisation (also known as free-form music) is a form of improvised music centered on a commitment to non-idiomatic musical expression. It developed
Free_improvisation
Makeshift ranged weapon
Improvised firearms (sometimes called zip guns, pipe guns, or slam guns) are firearms manufactured by an entity other than a registered firearms manufacturer
Improvised_firearm
2000 Indian film
a smaller group in Los Angeles. Produced by Pentamedia Graphics and Improvision Corporation with assistance of Pentafour Software and Madras. It was
Sinbad: Beyond the Veil of Mists
Sinbad:_Beyond_the_Veil_of_Mists
American record label
Improvising Artists Inc. (IAI) is a production company created in 1974 by jazz pianist Paul Bley and video artist Carol Goss for the purpose of recording
Improvising_Artists
Naval infantry branch of the U.S. military
term. Semper Fi is a common greeting among serving and veteran Marines. Improvise, Adapt and Overcome has become an adopted mantra in many units. In 1976
United_States_Marine_Corps
1991 live album by Blood, Sweat & Tears
Live and Improvised is a two compact disc live album by the band Blood, Sweat & Tears, that was originally released in 1976 as a live album entitled In
Live_and_Improvised
Ordinary object used as a weapon
An improvised weapon is an object that was not designed to be used as a weapon but can be put to that use. They are generally used for self-defence or
Improvised_weapon
Spontaneous composition in jazz
Jazz improvisation is the spontaneous invention of melodic solo lines or accompaniment parts in a performance of jazz music. It is one of the defining
Jazz_improvisation
Unconventionally produced bomb
An improvised explosive device (IED) is a bomb constructed and deployed in ways other than in conventional military action. It may be constructed of conventional
Improvised_explosive_device
Spontaneous creation of movement
Dance improvisation is the process of spontaneously creating movement. Development of movement material is facilitated through a variety of creative explorations
Dance_improvisation
Improv theatre format
in 1967. They were invited to a high school and decided to do their improvisations on the war in Vietnam. On the way home in a Volkswagen bus, they were
Harold_(improvisation)
Improvised explosive device
bomb, or truck bomb, also known as a vehicle-borne improvised explosive device (VBIED), is an improvised explosive device designed to be detonated in an
Car_bomb
1967 album by Don Cherry
Symphony for Improvisers is an album by American jazz trumpeter Don Cherry, released by Blue Note Records in August 1967. It features Gato Barbieri, Henry
Symphony_for_Improvisers
Form of art using sound
creation of music, and are often divided into categories of composition, improvisation, and performance. Music may be performed using a wide variety of musical
Music
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Japanese prime minister Shinzo Abe (pictured) was assassinated with an improvised firearm due to resentment against the Unification Church. Etta Lemon (d
Main_Page
Creative human and cultural expression
modern art, for example, is a testament to the shifting boundaries, improvisation and experimentation, reflexive nature, and self-criticism or questioning
The_arts
1932 film
The Improvised Son (French: Le fils improvisé) is a 1932 French comedy film directed by René Guissart and starring Fernand Gravey, Florelle and Saturnin
The_Improvised_Son
1958 studio album by Nichols and May
Improvisations to Music is the first comedy album by Nichols and May. It was released on December 15, 1958, by Mercury Records. The sketches were recorded
Improvisations_to_Music
Music genre
blue notes, complex chords, call and response vocals, polyrhythms and improvisation. As jazz spread around the world, it drew on national, regional, and
Jazz
Armoured vehicle designed to survive IED explosion
that is designed specifically to withstand the impact of land mines, improvised explosive device (IED) attacks, and ambushes. Most modern infantry mobility
Mine-resistant ambush protected vehicle
Mine-resistant_ambush_protected_vehicle
Explosive device that an individual wears
explosive belt (also called suicide belt, suicide vest or bomb vest) is an improvised explosive device, a belt or a vest packed with explosives and armed with
Explosive_belt
Makeshift armour installed on vehicles
Improvised vehicle armour is a form of vehicle armour consisting of protective materials added to a vehicle such as a car, truck, or tank in an irregular
Improvised_vehicle_armour
Music genre
avant-jazz, experimental jazz, or "new thing") is a style of music and improvisation that combines avant-garde art music and composition with jazz. It originated
Avant-garde_jazz
Topics referred to by the same term
Look up improvisations in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Improvisations are activities, of making and creating, in the moment and in response to the
Improvisations (disambiguation)
Improvisations_(disambiguation)
1970 studio album by Ornette Coleman
The Art of the Improvisers is an album credited to jazz composer and saxophonist Ornette Coleman, released by Atlantic Records in 1970. The album was
The_Art_of_the_Improvisers
Latin phrase signifying a solution meant to address one specific problem or task
can also function as an adjective describing temporary, provisional, or improvised methods to deal with a particular problem, the tendency of which has given
Ad_hoc
Norwegian jazz record company and label
label for contemporary Norwegian jazz. The catalogue encompasses jazz, improvised music, ragtime, punk. The bestseller is the internationally acclaimed
Odin_Records
American musician
CDs as both a leader and sideman. He has authored six books on jazz improvisation and jazz reading. In 2020, Lipsius retired from Berklee College of Music
Fred_Lipsius
Activity to dispose of and render safe explosive munitions and other materials
functions in the military fields of explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) and improvised explosive device disposal (IEDD), and the public safety roles of public
Bomb_disposal
Music genre combining jazz methods with rock music, funk, and rhythm and blues
developed in the late 1960s when musicians combined jazz harmony and improvisation with rock music, funk, and rhythm and blues. Electric guitars and basses
Jazz_fusion
American guitarist and singer (1942–1995)
to play a variety of instruments and sustain long improvisations. Garcia believed that improvisation took stress away from his playing and allowed him
Jerry_Garcia
American drummer
Patrick Moore's Drum & Bass Society Vol.1, Joseph Patrick Moore 2007 Improvision, Alex Machacek 2008 Lifeboat, Jimmy Herring 2008 Long Road, Drew Emmitt
Jeff_Sipe
American comedian and musician (born 1972)
(born March 23, 1972) is an American comedian, musician and actor. His improvised musical sets are created using only his voice, a keyboard, and a looping
Reggie_Watts
Synoptical collage of an event or series of actions and events
most often make use of a script with varying degrees of additional improvisation. In the creation of an opera or ballet, a scenario is often developed
Scenario
United States Army manual
The TM 31-210 Improvised Munitions Handbook is a 256-page United States Army technical manual intended for the United States Army Special Forces. It was
TM 31-210 Improvised Munitions Handbook
TM_31-210_Improvised_Munitions_Handbook
Music ensemble associated with jazz music
dancing the Lindy Hop. In contrast to the typical jazz emphasis on improvisation, big bands relied on written compositions and arrangements. They gave
Big_band
Application of computing technology in music
same manner as computer-aided design. Machine improvisation uses computer algorithms to create improvisation on existing music materials. This is usually
Computer_music
Alcoholic drink created for sharing
Jungle juice is an improvised mix of liquor that is usually served for group consumption. The term has also been used for similar less-than-reputable alcoholic
Jungle_juice
Musical score describing the essential elements of a song
outline of the melody and harmony, the performer or arranger is expected to improvise significantly. A lead sheet is often the only form of written music used
Lead_sheet
Repeated refrain in music
that a soloist improvises over, to instead indicate the improvisation itself—improvising on a melody or progression as one would improvise on a subject
Riff
Thrown explosive combat device
A satchel charge (or bundle charge, for improvised forms) is a demolition device, primarily intended for combat, whose primary components are a charge
Satchel_charge
Mine-resistant infantry mobility vehicle, 2002
infantry mobility vehicle structured to be resistant to landmines and improvised munitions. It is a family of armored vehicles produced by Force Protection
Cougar_(MRAP)
Filipino martial art
weapon-based fighting with sticks, knives, bladed weapons, and various improvised weapons, as well as "open hand" techniques without weapons. There were
Arnis
American actor and comedian (1951–2014)
evident when Williams was cast in the musical Oliver! as Fagin. He often improvised during his time in the drama program, leaving cast members in hysterics
Robin_Williams
Civilian vehicle modified for combat
An improvised fighting vehicle is an ad hoc combat vehicle resulting from modified or upgraded civilian or military non-combat vehicle, often constructed
Improvised_fighting_vehicle
Form of theatre originating in Italy
entrances and exits are scripted, but the actors may otherwise be expected to improvise new gags on stage. A special characteristic of commedia is the lazzo,
Commedia_dell'arte
2021 film
Show that he was not supplied with a script or dialogue, and was made to improvise for himself. Filming had begun by late October 2020, and filmed throughout
My Son (2021 Christian Carion film)
My_Son_(2021_Christian_Carion_film)
Form of rap that relies on improvising
known as freestyle, is a style of hip-hop music where an artist normally improvises an unwritten verse, with or without instrumental beats, in which lyrics
Freestyle_rap
American jazz bassist (born 1970)
Wayne Krantz. Matthew Garrison (Garrison Jazz, 2000) Shapeshifter (2004) Improvision with Alex Machacek, Jeff Sipe (Abstract Logix, 2007) Shapeshifter Live
Matt_Garrison
Australian comedian, actor and improviser
Steen Raskopoulos (born 3 July 1987) is an Australian comedian, actor and improviser. He is best known for his live character solo sketch shows, playing Nick
Steen_Raskopoulos
American band
Matsuzaki, and guitarists John Dieterich and Ed Rodriguez. Beginning as an improvised noise punk band, Deerhoof became widely renowned and influential in the
Deerhoof
2001 film about the fashion industry directed by Michael Rymer
Wilson, Jared Harris, Joanne Baron and Michelle Williams. All dialogue was improvised by the actors. The film premiered at the 2001 Sundance Film Festival.
Perfume_(2001_film)
Music genre
rock and blues music that relies on the chords/scales and instrumental improvisation of blues. It is mostly an electric ensemble-style music with instrumentation
Blues_rock
Military defense formation
circle, or other shape and possibly joined with each other to produce an improvised military camp. It is also known as a laager (from Afrikaans), especially
Wagon_fort
1996 mockumentary comedy film by Christopher Guest
Shearer. As with other Guest mockumentary films, most of the dialogue was improvised. In the small city of Blaine, Missouri, a few residents prepare to put
Waiting_for_Guffman
Type of corporal punishment
held down. Other members of the group strike the victim repeatedly with improvised flails, most often a sock or bath towel containing something solid, such
Blanket_party
Rule-of-thumb in improvisational comedy
rule-of-thumb in improvisational theater that suggests that an improviser should accept what another improviser has stated ("yes") and then expand on that line of
Yes,_and_...
Vocal improvisation with wordless vocables, nonsense syllables or without words at all
scatting is vocal improvisation with wordless vocables, nonsense syllables or without words at all. In scat singing, the singer improvises melodies and rhythms
Scat_singing
Children's game
South Asian contexts, garments such as dupattas are commonly used as improvised blindfolds. The traditional name of the game is "blind man's buff", where
Blind_man's_buff
American reality television series
enlisting the help of friends, relatives, and/or experts. Although partly improvised, the show was supported by a greater degree of planning and organization
Viva_La_Bam
American artist and filmmaker (1903–1972)
experimental filmmaker. He was largely self-taught in his artistic efforts, and improvised his own original style incorporating cast-off and discarded artifacts
Joseph_Cornell
Chemical compound
the chemical formula of CH5N3O4 (or (NH2)2COHNO3) that has been used in improvised explosive devices in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iraq, and various terrorist
Urea_nitrate
Comedy genre
and misunderstandings to entertain an audience. It originated in masked improvised farces in Ancient Rome, rose in popularity from the late 13th century
Farce
American jazz saxophonist and composer (1930–2026)
become jazz standards. Rollins was often called "the greatest living improviser". Sometimes known as "saxophone colossus", Rollins was awarded a lifetime
Sonny_Rollins
Social and cultural sharing of stories
the social and cultural activity of sharing stories, sometimes with improvisation, theatrics, or embellishment. Every culture has its own narratives,
Storytelling
Catalog of published recordings by Keith Jarrett
music, improvised contemporary music. Well known for his impact on the piano and jazz scene, as a composer, multi-instrumentalist, and improviser, Jarrett's
Keith_Jarrett_discography
Mode in Arabic music
position. The Arabic maqam is a melody type. It is "a technique of improvisation" that defines the pitches, patterns, and development of a piece of music
Arabic_maqam
Type of firearm with a flared muzzle
could also be fired with other types of projectiles such as slugs and improvised projectiles like nails, rocks, glass, or tightly packed metal rods called
Blunderbuss
Chemical compound with formula NH4NO3
explosives used in North America; similar formulations have been used in improvised explosive devices. Many countries are phasing out its use in consumer
Ammonium_nitrate
Shimmy Spank Watergate Watusi 5Rhythms Bogo lelo dance Contact improvisation Dance improvisation Ecstatic dance Free dance Fusion dance Interpretive dance
List_of_dance_styles
American drummer and composer (born 1970)
2003, he released a second solo album titled Next, featuring solo drum improvisations using homemade percussion installations. A third solo album was released
Glenn_Kotche
Film subgenre
independent film characterized by naturalistic acting and (sometimes improvised) dialogue, low budgets, an emphasis on dialogue over plot, and a focus
Mumblecore
American improv group (1963–1972)
McGovern, improvised the off-screen dialogue for George Lucas's THX 1138, out of which emerged the name Wookiee due to McGovern's improvisation "I think
The_Committee_(improv_group)
Surface for directing light onto a subject
In photography and cinematography, a reflector is an improvised or specialised reflective surface used to redirect light towards a given subject or scene
Reflector_(photography)
American corporation focused on life science research
number of small businesses were acquired, including Spectral Genomics, Improvision, Evotec-Technologies, Euroscreen, ViaCell, and Avalon Instruments. The
PerkinElmer
Armenian jazz pianist and composer (born 1987)
overt jazz compositions and renditions of well-known jazz pieces, his improvisations often contain embellishments based on scales from Middle Eastern and
Tigran_Hamasyan
Brazilian music genre
often has a fast and happy rhythm. It is characterized by virtuosity, improvisation and subtle modulations, and is full of syncopation and counterpoint
Choro
American jazz pianist and composer (1917–1982)
composer in history, after Duke Ellington. Monk's compositions and improvisations feature dissonances and angular melodies, often using flat ninths, flat
Thelonious_Monk
Guitarist and composer
Miroslav Tadić (born 1959) is a Bosnian guitarist, composer, improviser and music educator. He performs regularly in Europe, Japan and the United States
Miroslav_Tadić
Improvised explosive device
A pressure cooker bomb is an improvised explosive device (IED) created by inserting explosive material into a pressure cooker and attaching a blasting
Pressure_cooker_bomb
English actor and comedian (1959–2025)
regularly from the mid-1980s, including as a regular on the Channel 4 improvisation show Whose Line Is It Anyway?. His serious and comedic film work included
Tony_Slattery
Grammy award category for jazz
Best Jazz Instrumental Solo From 2009 to 2023, it was awarded as Best Improvised Jazz Solo Since 2024, it has been awarded as Best Jazz Performance 8 wins
Grammy Award for Best Jazz Performance
Grammy_Award_for_Best_Jazz_Performance
British actor and comedian (1953–2020)
British actor and comedian. He was known as a regular performer on comedy improvisation show Whose Line Is It Anyway?, as co-creator, co-writer and co-star
John_Sessions
Informal musical event
instrumentalists, play improvised solos and vamp over tunes, drones, songs, and chord progressions. To "jam" is to improvise music without extensive
Jam_session
2011 novel by Andy Weir
astronaut, Mark Watney, as he becomes stranded alone on Mars in 2035 and must improvise in order to survive. A film adaptation, The Martian, directed by Ridley
The_Martian_(Weir_novel)
Topics referred to by the same term
Charaktery, a monthly magazine in Poland Netflix Presents: The Characters, an improvised sketch comedy show on Netflix Character (mathematics), a homomorphism
Character
1971 studio album by King Crimson
Aspic. Like its predecessor, Islands incorporates elements of jazz improvisation. The album reached number 30 in the UK Albums Chart. It received a mixed
Islands_(King_Crimson_album)
Goal scored against a player's own team
acquired a specific metaphorical meaning in Belfast, referring to an IED (improvised explosive device) that detonated prematurely, killing the person making
Own_goal
American musician (1940–1993)
as a solo artist. His discography is characterized by nonconformity, improvisation, sonic experimentation, musical virtuosity and satire of American culture
Frank_Zappa
Subgenre of jazz music
around one or two riffs, and a harmonic structure that allows musicians to improvise. Modern jazz funk music was influenced by Herbie Hancock. The Mizell Brothers
Jazz-funk
British television series
knowledge about and have to improvise. The series is hosted by Paul Merton, who also acts as judge and performs his own improvised scene. The UK pilot, made
Thank God You're Here (British TV series)
Thank_God_You're_Here_(British_TV_series)
English electronic music duo
critically and commercially successful, known particularly for their live improvisation during shows. The Hartnolls' formative influences included Kraftwerk
Orbital_(band)
Music genre
utilises acousmatic sound as a compositional resource. Free improvisation or free music is improvised music without any rules beyond the taste or inclination
Experimental_music
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American, Australian, Chinese, Dutch, French, German, Gujarati, Hawaiian, Hebrew, Hindu, Indian, Jamaican, Japanese, Latin, Lebanese, Netherlands, Portuguese, Spanish, Swedish
Of the Sea or Sailor; Bitter; King-ruler; Warlike; Manly; From the God Mars; The End; Final; Warring
Girl/Female
Assamese, Hindu, Indian, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Telugu
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Girl/Female
English
Modern phonetic.
Male
Greek
(Ματταθίας) Greek form of Hebrew Mattithyah, MATTATHIAS means "gift of God." In the bible, this is the name of one of Christ's ancestors.
Surname or Lastname
English
English : probably a variant of Malmesbury, a habitational name from a place of this name in Wiltshire, named in Old English as ‘the stronghold (burh, byrig) of Maeldub’, an ancient Celtic personal name.
Boy/Male
Hindu, Indian, Marathi, Tamil
Pious; Religious; Brave; Creator; Brahma Vishnu Mahesh
Boy/Male
Muslim
Lion
Boy/Male
Muslim/Islamic
A float buoyant
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Muslim
Great
Girl/Female
Muslim/Islamic
Tree
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n.
Improvidence.