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Kjetil Husebø: Contradictions
ByAll fifteen improvisations, turned into concise compositions, are superbly recorded. Husebø explores the whole sonic spectrum of the grand piano gently and thoughtfully, and his usage of electronics and live sampling here is restrained and refined. These improvisations move organically between minimalist and abstract atmospheric experiences in electronics and melody, and longer, lyrical and pensive improvisations like "Impressions," "Digressions" and "Undefined solitude," which have a subtle meditative quality and are free from any attempt to enhance dramatic elements.
Only on the title piece does Husebø marry his pensive acoustic playing with a thoughtful use of minimalist electronics. On this long piece, he offers an arresting coexistence between the two sides; each suggesting a deeper sonic option within the other, while expanding its melodic and rhythmic articulation.
An intriguing musical journey.
Track Listing
Zero; Melodic Past; Impressions; Views I; Plans; Quiet game; Digressions; Views II; Contradictions; Undefined solitude; Observing; Patience; Aphorism; Views III; Små ting tar stor plass.
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Kjetil Husebø
keyboardsKjetil Husebø: piano (Steinway model D), live electronics and sampling (1, 4, 8, 9, 13, 14).
Album information
Title: Contradictions | Year Released: 2012 | Record Label: Optical Substance Productions
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