He coined the phrase "Soundism", to descibe his style of art in which he paints to music. This has a dramatic effect on the outcome of the final product as the rhythm, mood, melody and chords alter the hand that drives the paint brush. From the color of the canvas, to the bold gestural marks, Duncan is inspired by what he hears. Music has effects on the brain and taking this a step further by adding moving color and rhythm to a painting is brilliant.