KAGEL, MAURICIO - ACUSTICA (2LP)

release date May 1st. "Mauricio Kagel was one of the most influential and unconventional composers of the 20th century. With Acustica, he created a groundbreaking work for experimental sound instruments and loudspeakers, radically expanding the boundaries of music. This composition is an adventurous exploration of sound itself, performed by the Cologne Ensemble for New Music under the direction of the master himself. The piece challenges the listener to let go of traditional notions of harmony and instrumentation. This release on the renowned Deutsche Grammophon label brings Kagel's visionary world to life on vinyl. This work exists at the intersection of classical music and the avant-garde. The composition features elements of experimental music and musique concrète, with an emphasis on texture and sound source rather than traditional melody." (label info)