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Hugo Carvalhais: Ascetica
ByThe album's strength lies in its ability to juxtapose moments of tranquility with bursts of sonic intensity and impacting storylines. Tracks such as "Organum" showcase Carvalhais' knack for layering sounds with calming horns, contrasted by Gabriel Pinto's gentle comping during a dreamscape brimming with airy and melodic discourses, elevated by the frontline's dynamic soloing.
Carvalhais' bass work is both an anchor and an exploratory force throughout the album. His compositions often evolve organically, allowing each instrument, whether the ethereal synths or the delicate movements that weave into a cohesive narrative. They close it out with temperance on "Mysteria," featuring a fragile duo setting with the bassist and pianist.
According to the press material Ascetica equates to "strangeness and mystery" and is not just an auditory experience; it is an emotional journey which transports listeners into enigmatic vistas. It is a testament to Carvalhais' ability to blend genres seamlessly, creating a tapestry which is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant.
Track Listing
Organum; Neural Flandres; Oratorium; Prophetica; Penumbra; O Grande Definhador; Omnitonalia; Arcanorum; Amethist Shot; Mysteria.
Personnel
Hugo Carvalhais
bass, acousticEmile Parisien
saxophone, sopranoLiudas Mockūnas
saxophoneFábio Almeida
saxophoneMário Costa
drumsAdditional Instrumentation
Gabriel Pinto: piano, organ, synthesizer; Liudas Mockūnas: clarinet; Fabio Almeida: flute; Hugo Carvalhais: electronics.
Album information
Title: Ascetica | Year Released: 2023 | Record Label: Clean Feed Records
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About Hugo Carvalhais
Instrument: Bass, acoustic
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