Concerto No. 1 for flute and percussion

Concerto No. 1 for flute and percussion

The primordial sound of flute and percussion is the subject of this CD which ranges from traditional tunes and J. S. Bach to Lou Harrison, here represented by his Concerto No. 1 for flute and percussion. Whatever preconceived notions you may have about concertos are best ignored when considering this sensual stripped down utterance. The… Read more »

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The primordial sound of flute and percussion is the subject of this CD which ranges from traditional tunes and J. S. Bach to Lou Harrison, here represented by his Concerto No. 1 for flute and percussion. Whatever preconceived notions you may have about concertos are best ignored when considering this sensual stripped down utterance. The melismatic flute lines snake through the delicate percussion accompaniment with a ritualistic feel. The perfect soundtrack for your next séance.

—RN