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: And All The Days Were Purple () 09: Three Epitaphs (14:17) |
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Eliza Bagg/ Lee Dionne/ Maya Bennardo A.o. |
 | | Description: | Broad gestures, rich textures and narrative sweep are vivid signatures of Alex Weiser's music. Born and raised in New York City, Weiser composes cosmopolitan music that merges a deeply felt historical perspective with a vibrant, forward-looking creative pulse. An energetic advocate for contemporary classical music and for the work of his peers, Weiser co-founded and directs Kettle Corn New Music, and is Public Programs Manager at the YIVO Institute for Jewish Research. Meditative and devotional in scope, 'and all the days were purple' sets Yiddish and English poems to music in a song cycle that seeks out the divine while reflecting on the longing, beauty, and tumult of life. The album includes texts by Anna Margolin, Edward Hirsch, Rachel Korn, and Abraham Sutzkever, and performances by Eliza Bagg (voice), Lee Dionne (piano), Maya Bennardo (violin), Hannah Levinson (viola), Hannah Collins (cello) and Mike Compitello (percussion). The recording also includes 'Three Epitaphs,' composed in 2016 and featuring excerpts from texts on love and life's transience by Williams Carlos Williams, Seikilos and Emily Dickinson."And All The Days Were Purple" is a captivating CD release featuring the collaborative talents of Eliza Bagg, Lee Dionne, Maya Bennardo, and others. This album blends contemporary classical music with poetic lyricism, offering listeners an immersive journey through evocative soundscapes and intricate compositions. Each track showcases the unique artistry of its performers while maintaining a cohesive aesthetic that bridges modern minimalism with expressive vocal and instrumental textures. Released by Cantaloupe Music'a label renowned for championing innovative new music'this recording stands as a testament to creative collaboration in today's classical scene. Cantaloupe has established itself as a leading force in avant-garde and experimental music since its founding by members of Bang on a Can, supporting groundbreaking artists who push musical boundaries. |  | | Manufacturer No.: |
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