Prepare to be immersed in a world of avant-garde soundscapes with Liza Lim's latest album, "Singing in Tongues," released on October 15, 2021, under Huddersfield Contemporary Records. This extraordinary work spans an impressive 2 hours and 56 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that blend ancient Greek tragedy with contemporary musical innovation.
The album is divided into two main suites: "The Oresteia" and "The Navigator," each exploring complex themes through a series of scenes. "The Oresteia" draws inspiration from Aeschylus' classic trilogy, reimagining the mythological saga through a modern lens. Tracks like "Cassandra's Dream Song" and "Apollo's Masque" showcase Lim's ability to weave narrative and emotion into her music, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape.
"The Navigator" suite, on the other hand, delves into themes of exploration and transformation. With tracks like "Sensorium" and "Transfiguration," Lim invites you to journey through a landscape of sound that is both introspective and expansive. The live recordings of "Yuè Lìng Jié" and "Mother Tongue" add a dynamic layer to the album, capturing the raw energy and immediacy of performance.
Liza Lim's compositional prowess shines throughout "Singing in Tongues," making it a standout piece in the avant-garde genre. Whether you're a seasoned fan of experimental music or a curious newcomer, this album promises a deeply engaging and thought-provoking listening experience.
Tracks
The Oresteia, Scene 1: 7 Positions of a Memory Theatre (Cassandra's Dream Song)Liza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Jeannie van de Velde, Julie Edwardson, Deborah Kayser, Andrew Muscat-Clark, Tyrone Landau, Grant Smith, Sandro Gorli
The Oresteia, Scene 2: Memory Spills from the Split Skulls of Clytemnestra and AgamemnonLiza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Jeannie van de Velde, Julie Edwardson, Deborah Kayser, Andrew Muscat-Clark, Tyrone Landau, Grant Smith, Sandro Gorli
The Oresteia, Scene 3: Cassandra - The BanquetLiza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Jeannie van de Velde, Julie Edwardson, Deborah Kayser, Andrew Muscat-Clark, Tyrone Landau, Grant Smith, Sandro Gorli
The Oresteia, Scene 4: The FuriesLiza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Jeannie van de Velde, Julie Edwardson, Deborah Kayser, Andrew Muscat-Clark, Tyrone Landau, Grant Smith, Sandro Gorli
The Oresteia, Scene 5: Clytemnestra's GhostLiza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Jeannie van de Velde, Julie Edwardson, Deborah Kayser, Andrew Muscat-Clark, Tyrone Landau, Grant Smith, Sandro Gorli
The Oresteia, Scene 6: Apollo's Masque (The Missing "Satyr Play")Liza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Jeannie van de Velde, Julie Edwardson, Deborah Kayser, Andrew Muscat-Clark, Tyrone Landau, Grant Smith, Sandro Gorli
The Oresteia, Scene 7: Athena's TrumpetLiza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Jeannie van de Velde, Sandro Gorli
Yuè Lìng Jié: Chang-O Flies to the Moon (Live)Liza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Deborah Kayser, Simon Hewett
Mother Tongue: No. 1, Century, the Continuance (Live)Liza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Piia Komsi, Jean Deroyer
Mother Tongue: No. 2, Latitude of Gain (Live)Liza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Piia Komsi, Jean Deroyer
Mother Tongue: No. 3, Longitude of Loss (Live)Liza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Piia Komsi, Jean Deroyer
The Navigator, Prelude: Weaver of FictionsLiza Lim, Genevieve Lacey
The Navigator, Scene 1: The UnwindingLiza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Talise Trevigne, Philip Larson, Omar Ebrahim, Deborah Kayser, Manuel Nawri
The Navigator, Scene 2: SensoriumLiza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Andrew Watts, Talise Trevigne, Omar Ebrahim, Manuel Nawri
The Navigator, Scene 3: AnnihilationLiza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Andrew Watts, Philip Larson, Omar Ebrahim, Deborah Kayser, Manuel Nawri
The Navigator, Scene 4: False SailLiza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Andrew Watts, Talise Trevigne, Philip Larson, Omar Ebrahim, Deborah Kayser, Manuel Nawri
The Navigator, Scene 5: TransfigurationLiza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Andrew Watts, Talise Trevigne, Philip Larson, Omar Ebrahim, Deborah Kayser, Manuel Nawri
The Navigator, Scene 6: The BindingLiza Lim, Elision Ensemble, Andrew Watts, Talise Trevigne, Philip Larson, Omar Ebrahim, Deborah Kayser, Manuel Nawri
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