Offshore
Ron Blessinger (violin), Todd Kuhns (clarinet), Phillip Hansen (cello), Susan Smith (piano), The Bakken Trio
Joseph Waters writes, "I find this juxtaposition of contemporary electro-acoustic ephemera with a collection of musical instruments and a performance practice that predates the age of technology to be simultaneously anachronistic and engaging. It is my goal to create strong and deep tie lines that connect the present surface to the ancient seabed miles below. This is my celebratory reaction to our current milieu, which juxtaposes Mozart one minute with rap music the next. There are many connections between them, which I find fascinating and exhilarating." This music bears tribute to Debussy and Messiaen (Ocean Eyes), explores Afro-Cuban influences (Witches of the Unconscious) and the worlds of seabirds and exotic marine life (Ghosts and Aloiloi) as well as the phenomenon of intense fright when suddenly awakening from a deep sleep (Kanashibari) and the onset of morning (Loneliness). Born in 1952, Waters is Associate Professor of Music Composition and Director of Electro-Acoustic and Media Composition at San Diego State University. His first musical experiences included playing in a rock band, and the myriad influences of the world and its music figure in his own compositions.
Track Listing
Title | Composer | Performer |
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Ocean Eyes | Joseph Waters | Todd Kuhns, clarinet, Ron Blessinger, violin, Phili Hansen, cello, Susan Smith, piano |
Witches of the Unconscious-Son Clave | Joseph Waters | Bakken Trio |
Ghosts of the Evening Tides | Joseph Waters | Bakken Trio |
Aloilo, Pakuikui | Joseph Waters | Bakken Trio |
Kanashibari | Joseph Waters | Philip Hansen, cello |
Loneliness of the Sun | Joseph Waters | Bakken Trio |
Reviews
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"...a fascinating...program..."
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"... a skilled, provocative composer of diverse music for acoustic and electronic instruments...."
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