Earl Kim's self-titled album, released on January 1, 2001, under New World Records, is a captivating journey through a diverse collection of musical pieces. Spanning a total duration of one hour, the album showcases Kim's exceptional ability to blend various musical styles and influences into a cohesive and engaging whole.
The album is divided into three distinct suites, each offering a unique listening experience. "Exercises en Route" is a four-movement suite that begins with "Dead Calm" and concludes with "Rattling On," each track building upon the previous one to create a sense of progression and development. The second suite, "Now and Then," consists of five movements that evoke a sense of nostalgia and reflection, with titles like "On the meadow" and "Among the Deepening Shades."
The final suite, "Three Poems in French," is a set of three songs based on French poetry, showcasing Kim's ability to set text to music in a way that is both sensitive and expressive. The album concludes with "Dear Linda," a poignant and introspective piece that serves as a fitting finale to this remarkable collection.
Throughout the album, Earl Kim's mastery of composition and orchestration is evident, as he weaves together a rich tapestry of sound that is both intellectually stimulating and emotionally resonant. Whether you're a longtime fan of Kim's work or a newcomer to his music, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Tracks
Exercises en Route: I. Dead CalmEarl Kim, Scott Yoo, Peggy Pearson, Benita Valente, Mieko Take-Mendez, Jurij Konje, Jean DeMart, Alexis Pia Gerlach, Robert Schultz
Exercises en Route: II. They are Far OutEarl Kim, Peggy Pearson, Robert Schultz, Scott Yoo, Benita Valente, Jean DeMart, Alexis Pia Gerlach, Jurij Konje, Mieko Take-Mendez
Exercises en Route: III. Gooseberries, She SaidEarl Kim, Scott Yoo, Peggy Pearson, Mieko Take-Mendez, Alexis Pia Gerlach, Robert Schultz, Benita Valente, Jurij Konje, Jean DeMart
Exercises en Route: IV. Rattling OnEarl Kim, Robert Schultz, Mieko Take-Mendez, Benita Valente, Jean DeMart, Scott Yoo, Alexis Pia Gerlach, Peggy Pearson, Jurij Konje
Now and Then: I. On the meadowEarl Kim, Jean DeMart, Karol Bennett, Erica Kritzer, Henry Lee
Now and Then: II. thitherEarl Kim, Erica Kritzer, Karol Bennett, Henry Lee, Jean DeMart
Now and Then: III. RoundelayEarl Kim, Jean DeMart, Erica Kritzer, Karol Bennett, Henry Lee
Now and Then: IV. thither (reprise)Earl Kim, Karol Bennett, Jean DeMart, Henry Lee, Erica Kritzer
Now and Then: V. Among the Deepening ShadesEarl Kim, Henry Lee, Jean DeMart, Karol Bennett, Erica Kritzer
Three Poems in French: I. En SourdineEarl Kim, Alexis Pia Gerlach, Jennifer Gilbert, Karol Bennett, Henry Lee, Scott Yoo
Three Poems in French: II. RecueillementEarl Kim, Jennifer Gilbert, Alexis Pia Gerlach, Henry Lee, Karol Bennett, Scott Yoo
Three Poems in French: III. Colloque SentimentalEarl Kim, Scott Yoo, Karol Bennett, Alexis Pia Gerlach, Jennifer Gilbert, Henry Lee
Dear LindaEarl Kim, Eva Kim, Melvin Chen, Jurij Konje, Alexis Pia Gerlach, Jean DeMart
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