Dive into the unique soundscape of Paul Bowles' "A Picnic Cantata," a captivating blend of spoken word, ambient, and gnawa music. Released on November 18, 2022, this 28-minute journey is a testament to Bowles' distinctive storytelling and atmospheric compositions. The album is structured as a cantata, with seven interconnected movements that weave a narrative tapestry. Each track, from the introspective "I feel funny today" to the reflective "How quick we came from where we were," invites you to explore the depths of Bowles' creative vision. Under the NYFOS Records label, this album is a must-experience for those drawn to experimental and evocative music.
Tracks
A Picnic Cantata: I. I feel funny todayPaul Bowles, New York Festival Of Song, Naomi Louisa O'Connell, Amy Owens, Amanda Lynn Bottoms, Chelsea Shephard, Barry Centanni, Steven Blier, Michael Barrett
A Picnic Cantata: II. In our search for orderPaul Bowles, New York Festival Of Song, Naomi Louisa O'Connell, Amy Owens, Steven Blier, Chelsea Shephard, Amanda Lynn Bottoms, Michael Barrett, Barry Centanni
A Picnic Cantata: III. In sun and shade on picnic tablesPaul Bowles, New York Festival Of Song, Steven Blier, Amanda Lynn Bottoms, Chelsea Shephard, Amy Owens, Michael Barrett, Naomi Louisa O'Connell, Barry Centanni
A Picnic Cantata: IV. Happy birthday, Taurus!Paul Bowles, New York Festival Of Song, Amy Owens, Chelsea Shephard, Michael Barrett, Barry Centanni
A Picnic Cantata: V. I knew this other man was marriedPaul Bowles, New York Festival Of Song, Naomi Louisa O'Connell, Michael Barrett, Steven Blier, Barry Centanni
A Picnic Cantata: VI. I never miss the garden sectionPaul Bowles, New York Festival Of Song, Amy Owens, Amanda Lynn Bottoms, Chelsea Shephard, Steven Blier, Michael Barrett, Barry Centanni
A Picnic Cantata: VII. How quick we came from where we werePaul Bowles, New York Festival Of Song, Naomi Louisa O'Connell, Amy Owens, Amanda Lynn Bottoms, Chelsea Shephard, Steven Blier, Michael Barrett, Barry Centanni
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