Knatt / Clements / Barnes / Taylor -To Byzantium and Beyond -Kairos CD Grooves.land/Playthek

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tudes de concert (2007-21) for recorder solo

01. Elizabeth Knatt "1. Air"

02. Elizabeth Knatt "2. Fuga"

03. Elizabeth Knatt "3. Paraphrase on 'O virga mediatrix'"

04. Elizabeth Knatt "4. Tema con trasformazioni"
Burmese Memory (2010) for electronics

05. Scott Taylor "Burmese Memory (2010) for electronics"
Sailing to Byzantium (1999) for recorder solo

06. Rachel Barnes "1. That Is No Country for Old Men"

07. Rachel Barnes "2. An Old Man Is a Paltry Thing"

08. Rachel Barnes "3. O Sages Standing in God's Holy Fire"

09. Rachel Barnes "4. Once Out of Nature"
Burmese Dreams (2010) for electronics

10. Scott Taylor "Burmese Dreams (2010) for electronics"

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The album is inspired by the poetry of William Butler Yeats, in particular his work Sailing to Byzantium. The main composition, which features five recorder sizes from tenor to garklein, explores themes of time and transcendence, depicting a journey to an imaginary Byzantium where the poet is transformed into a golden bird. The four movements correspond to stanzas in Yeats' poem, with recurring elements such as a lyrical refrain and a gyre reflecting the poet's themes. The trajectory of the piece rises, mirroring the poetic theme, and integrates both old and new forms, incorporating extended techniques and exploring microtones. The Études de concert, written separately but complementary, serve as a sonic precursor to the Byzantium piece, showcasing conventional and extended recorder techniques within various musical forms. The two electronic pieces act as interludes between the main works, offering a diverse musical experience that blends ancient traditions with modern sensibilities. Created in collaboration with experimental musician Scott Taylor, the album reflects a fusion of musical styles and approaches.

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0022034KAI

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