Moss (language)

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Moss is a musical language designed by composer Jackson Moore. It has a phonology based on elementary melodic distinctions, and a simple lexicon and grammar inspired by pidgins. Moore teaches Moss at the unaccredited Bruce High Quality Foundation University.

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