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17 lyrics of li po - harry partch

Harry Partch - 17 Lyrics of Li Po (LP)

Harry Partch

1995
17 tracks
36 min
avant-garde

17 Lyrics of Li Po

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Product description

Immerse yourself in the unique and captivating world of Harry Partch with his 1995 album, "17 Lyrics of Li Po." This avant-garde and experimental spoken word album is a testament to Partch's innovative approach to music and his deep appreciation for ancient Chinese poetry. The album features Partch's distinctive voice and his own invented instruments, creating a sound that is both haunting and beautiful.

Each of the 17 tracks on the album is a setting of a poem by the famous Chinese poet Li Po, translated into English. The poems explore themes of love, loss, and the beauty of nature, and Partch's music brings them to life in a way that is both powerful and poignant. The album's duration is a concise 36 minutes, making it a perfect introduction to Partch's unique musical style.

"17 Lyrics of Li Po" is a fascinating blend of Eastern and Western influences, and a testament to Partch's genius as a composer and inventor. Whether you're a fan of experimental music, spoken word, or simply looking for something new and exciting, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.

Tracks

The Long Departed LoverHarry Partch
1:30
On the City StreetHarry Partch
0:38
Air Encounter in the FieldHarry Partch
0:53
The IntruderHarry Partch
1:14
On Ascending the Sin-Ping TowerHarry Partch
1:47
In the Springtime on the South Side of the Yangtze KiangHarry Partch
3:32
The Night of SorrowHarry Partch
1:46
On Hearing the Flute in the Yellow Crane HouseHarry Partch
1:58
On Hearing the Flute at Lo-Cheng One Spring NightHarry Partch
1:46
A DreamHarry Partch
5:49
On Seeing Off Meng Hao-JanHarry Partch
2:26
On the Ship of Spice-WoodHarry Partch
3:09
With a Man of LeisureHarry Partch
1:09
A Midnight FarewellHarry Partch
1:49
Before the Cask of WineHarry Partch
2:52
By the Great WallHarry Partch
2:03
I Am a Peach TreeHarry Partch
2:17

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Product specifications

Details

Album: 17 Lyrics of Li Po
Artist: Harry Partch
Album release date: November 21, 1995
Label: Tzadik
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 36 min
Tracks: 17 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Avant-garde
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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