Systems/Layers

構成数 : 1枚
合計収録時間 : 01:02:13
Rachel's includes: Jason Noble, Christian Frederickson, Edward Grimes. Recorded between July 2001 & June 2003. Personnel: Shannon Wright (vocals); Jason Noble (guitar, keyboards, drums); Luke Hampton (guitar); Marcus Ratzenboeck, Sarah Hill, Scott Staidle (violin); Christian Frederickson (viola, keyboards); Jennifer Shackleton, Jamie Hofman (viola); Evan Miller, Wendy Doyle (cello); Tim Zavadil (clarinet); Matthew Annin (French horn); Rachel Grimes (piano, keyboards); James Green (harmonium); Edward Grimes (keyboards, drums); Karl Olsen (double bass); Kyle Crabtree (drums); Jen Wood, Jem Cohen , David E. Williams (sound effects). Audio Mixers: Rachel's; Bob Weston . Recording information: 211 Woodbine Street (07/2001-06/2003); Comstock Concert Hall, University of Louisville, Louisv (07/2001-06/2003); Iroquois Middle School (07/2001-06/2003); New York, NY (07/2001-06/2003); Skidmore College (07/2001-06/2003); Stem Concert Hall, Indiana University Southeast (07/2001-06/2003); Utah State University (07/2001-06/2003). Photographers: Harvey Wang; Rachel's. Unknown Contributor Roles: Amy Sevick; Ellen Lauren; Danusia Roberts; Maureen Towey; Saratoga International Theater Institute (SITI Company); Darron West; Luke Hampton; Donnie Mather; Kelly Maurer; Jeffrey Frace; Tom Nelis; Shawn Fagen; Brian Scott; Anne Bogart; Charles L. Mee Jr.; Chris Healy; William Bond; Elizabeth Moreau; J. Ed Araiza; Leon Ingulsrud; Lizzie Cooper Davis; Lisa Mercer; Megan Wanlass Szalla. Rachel's is a group that defies easy categorization. Variously described as neo-classical, experimental, post-rock, or a chamber ensemble for the indie-rock set, the enigmatic collective specializes in music that blurs the boundaries that usually define genres. They are dedicated to the exploration of ideas and renowned for their independent-minded work with filmmakers, photographers, choreographers, and visual artists. SYSTEMS/LAYERS was developed by the group in collaboration with the SITI Company for a theater piece of the same name and is based on improvisations and conceptual conversations. Recorded over a two-year period, the album includes material performed live with members of the company, along with field recordings contributed by friends and fans. The result is a fascinating concept piece that takes the listener on a dreamlike journey through an aural landscape whose starkness is intermittently relieved by patches of richly woven textures. Taken as a whole, the album has a discernible pulse, a steady ebb and flow. Mournful melodies played by one or two instruments slowly and gradually morph into throbbing rhythmic interludes and thickly layered crescendos. SYSTEMS/LAYERS can be enjoyed simply for its atmospheric ambience, but under closer scrutiny, it yields numerous rewards for the adventurous and open-minded listener.
録音 : ステレオ (Studio)