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    After The Requiem

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    After The Requiem - Gavin Bryars

    Album Description

    Gavin Bryars' 1991 release, After The Requiem, is a seminal work in the composer's illustrious catalogue. This poignant album, issued on the ECM New Series label, showcases Bryars' unique blend of minimalism and avant-garde sensibilities. The four-track album, featuring the titular piece alongside The Old Tower Of Löbenicht, Alaric I Or II, and Allegrasco, is a masterclass in evocative composition.

    With a duration of one hour and six minutes, After The Requiem is a deeply immersive listening experience that invites the listener to step into Bryars' distinctive musical world. Characterised by its spirited and nostalgic undertones, this album is a fine condensation of the composer's artistic vision. Originally released in 1991, After The Requiem has become one of the most significant recordings in Bryars' oeuvre, offering a profound and moving exploration of sound and emotion. As a work of considerable depth and beauty, it is an essential listening experience for fans of contemporary classical music and beyond.

    © 1991 ECM Records GmbH, under exclusive license to Universal Music Classics & Jazz - a division of Universal Music GmbH℗ 1991 ECM Records GmbH, under exclusive license to Universal Music Classics & Jazz - a division of Universal Music GmbH

    Tracks

    1. After The RequiemGavin Bryars, Bill Frisell, Alexander Balanescu, Kate Musker, Tony Hinnigan
    2. The Old Tower Of LöbenichtGavin Bryars, Alexander Balanescu, Roger Heaton, Dave Smith, Martin Allen, Simon Limbrick, Bill Frisell
    3. Alaric I Or IIGavin Bryars, Evan Parker, Stan Sulzmann, Ray Warleigh, Julián Argüelles
    4. AllegrascoGavin Bryars, Roger Heaton, Alexander Balanescu, Dave Smith, Bill Frisell, Martin Allen, Simon Limbrick
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    About Gavin Bryars

    Gavin Bryars is a versatile and influential British composer and double bassist, born in Yorkshire in 1943. His musical journey began in the early 1960s as a jazz bassist, collaborating with improvisers like Derek Bailey. Over the decades, Bryars has explored a wide range of genres, including jazz, free improvisation, minimalism, historicism, avant-garde, and experimental music. His compositions are known for their unique, often hypnotic qualities, and his approach to music is deeply personal, with each piece written specifically for the performers who bring it to life. Bryars' work has inspired generations of artists, notably with his seminal piece "The Sinking of the Titanic," released on Brian Eno's Obscure imprint. His innovative contributions to music have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the Innovation Award at The Ivors Classical Awards. Bryars' music is a testament to his enduring creativity and his ability to continually evolve and surprise.

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