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1: Line And Length (2007) ()
: Exercices (2017) ()
4: Auditory Scene Analysis II (2016) ()
5: Letters To A Friend (2017) ()
6: Choppy (2017) ()
7: Hypothetical Islands (2012) () |
 | | Description: | Ambitious wind quintet Splinter Reeds presents a bracing program of new works written for the group by composers Sky Macklay, Matthew Schlomowitz, Caro Haxo, Eric Wubbels, Theresa Wong, and Yannis Kyriakides. All of the works display an envelope pushing impulse that stretches the boundaries of this traditional instrumental format, carving out new repertoire and provoking new aesthetic perspectives. This project was funded in part through grants from the Aaron Copland Fund for Music, Inc., the Alice M. Ditson Fund, and the Amphion Foundation. Splinter Reeds is a fiscally-sponsored affiliate of InterMusic SF, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to small-ensemble music in the San Francisco Bay Area."Hypothetical Islands" is an adventurous CD release by Haxo / Splinter Reeds, presenting contemporary compositions for reed instruments with a strong focus on timbre, extended techniques, and intricate ensemble interplay. Across its tracks, the album explores imaginative soundscapes that feel like visits to different "islands" of texture and harmony: some movements are delicate and atmospheric, others are rhythmically incisive and sonically bold. The result is a listening experience that invites close attention while still remaining accessible for open-minded fans of modern chamber music. Clear, detailed recording quality emphasizes the nuances of breath, attack, and resonance that define the reed palette, making this CD a compelling document of current experimental and contemporary classical practice.
Haxo / Splinter Reeds is an ensemble dedicated to the possibilities of reed instruments in a chamber setting. Known for collaborating with living composers and for championing new works, the group has built a reputation for precision, versatility, and a fearless approach to sound. Their performances often highlight the full spectrum from whisper-quiet multiphonics to powerful tutti passages, presenting the reed family as a complete and expressive sound world of its own. While specific awards or chart positions are not documented here, the ensemble's focus on new music and innovative programming has made them a respected name among contemporary music audiences and specialists.
The CD format underscores the album's intention as a carefully sequenced journey: each track contributes to an overarching narrative of exploration and contrast, encouraging listeners to experience "Hypothetical Islands" as a continuous arc rather than a collection of isolated pieces. Whether you are interested in cutting-edge composition, the sonic potential of clarinets, saxophones, and related instruments, or simply in discovering a fresh, exploratory musical voice, this release offers depth and replay value.
NFOC, the label behind this production, positions itself as a platform for challenging, artistically ambitious releases. Rather than chasing trends, NFOC focuses on curating projects that expand the musical conversation and give space to distinctive artistic visions. With its emphasis on high-quality sound, thoughtfully designed releases, and close partnerships with artists, NFOC supports recordings like "Hypothetical Islands" that might not fit into the mainstream but are essential to the vitality and diversity of today's music landscape. | | | Manufacturer No.: |
NFOC222.2 |
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