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On Simoom we hear three of Vierk's works for "big instruments," that is, multiples of the same instrument, treated more like single entities than like groups of voices: Go Guitars for five electric guitars tuned microtonally around "E," Cirrus for six trumpets, and Simoom for eight cellos. All three works employ what Vierk describes as "Exponential Structure," which utilizes exponential relationships to control time, pitch movement and rates of change. Within this system, Vierk creates very directional compositions possessing high energy. As in Gagaku, they unfold slowly. Although clearly building on the work of minimalist composers, Vierk's music is much more concerned with constant development and climax.
Ok, MJ- I just bought it from CD Universe (cheaper than Amazon, BTW). Gimme a hint . . is it real good? Orf- I got a couple of Watt albums by Carla Bley (actually, I like the Michael Mantler album better from the same period) and I'm thinkin about getting Bley's Sextet (ECM). Cheers. Lucky for me this is all tax deductible cause I'm buying more stuff since I came here than I have since the days I had a good income and albums were $5.99.
Simoom. I'm ready to do some exploring of new sonic landscapes. I like Takamitsu and Crumb but the description of this sounds like it's more electronica or achieved via overdubbing. If that's accurate, I confess that makes me a little nervous. We shall see, tho.
Raul Midon - State Of Mind
