Ross Harris, the acclaimed New Zealand composer, presents his captivating album "Ross: Making Light of Time," released on May 18, 2018, under the Atoll label. This 51-minute composition is a testament to Harris's unique ability to sculpt sound, creating a dynamic and immersive experience that plays with the boundaries of space and time.
The album is divided into three distinct suites, each offering a unique journey through Harris's musical landscape. "The Abiding Tides" opens the album with seven tracks that ebb and flow like the tides, evoking a sense of tranquility and introspection. Following this, "Songs for Beatrice, Making Light of Time" presents five tracks that are both playful and profound, showcasing Harris's versatility and wit. The album concludes with "The Floating Bride, the Crimson Village," a sweeping suite of eleven tracks that weaves a rich tapestry of sound, drawing the listener into a vivid and evocative world.
Performed by the esteemed New Zealand String Quartet, with Jenny Wollerman on vocals and Jian Liu on piano, "Ross: Making Light of Time" is a collaborative masterpiece that highlights the exceptional talent of both the composer and the performers. Harris's work is known for its innovative approach to music, often described as a "sculpture garden" that challenges and delights the listener. With "Ross: Making Light of Time," he continues to push the boundaries of contemporary classical music, offering an album that is as thought-provoking as it is beautiful.
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Tracks
The Abiding Tides: No. 1, The Morning Is ClearRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, New Zealand String Quartet
The Abiding Tides: No. 2, A Child at the RailRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, New Zealand String Quartet
The Abiding Tides: No. 3, Time's Slow Distant SurfRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, New Zealand String Quartet
The Abiding Tides: No. 4, RememberRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, New Zealand String Quartet
The Abiding Tides: No. 5, This Is a Charm I WearRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, New Zealand String Quartet
The Abiding Tides: No. 6, Attend What You MustRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, New Zealand String Quartet
The Abiding Tides: No. 7, LightRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, New Zealand String Quartet
The Abiding Tides: No. 8, Nox PerpetuaRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, New Zealand String Quartet
Songs for Beatrice, Making Light of Time: No. 1, As a ChildRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, Jian Liu
Songs for Beatrice, Making Light of Time: No. 2, To Put It Crudely, FranklyRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, Jian Liu
Songs for Beatrice, Making Light of Time: No. 3, True RomanceRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, Jian Liu
Songs for Beatrice, Making Light of Time: No. 4, Neighbourhood WatchRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, Jian Liu
Songs for Beatrice, Making Light of Time: No. 5, Moving OnRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, Jian Liu
The Floating Bride, the Crimson Village: No. 1, A Rooster Is Walking the Bluest NightRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, Jian Liu
The Floating Bride, the Crimson Village: No. 2, Tu es ma belleRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, Jian Liu
The Floating Bride, the Crimson Village: No. 3, The DancerRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, Jian Liu
The Floating Bride, the Crimson Village: No. 4, The Ladder to the MoonRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, Jian Liu
The Floating Bride, the Crimson Village: No. 5, The RabbiRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, Jian Liu
The Floating Bride, the Crimson Village: No. 6, Give Me a Green HorseRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, Jian Liu
The Floating Bride, the Crimson Village: No. 7, As the NightRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, Jian Liu
The Floating Bride, the Crimson Village: No. 8, You Can TalkRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, Jian Liu
The Floating Bride, the Crimson Village: No. 9, I Know the RoadRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, Jian Liu
The Floating Bride, the Crimson Village: No. 10, Like a Scarlet LakeRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, Jian Liu
The Floating Bride, the Crimson Village: No. 11, Mon DieuRoss Harris, Jenny Wollerman, Jian Liu
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