Player Piano 6 • Original Compositions In The Tradition Of Nancarrow
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Player Piano 6 is a collection of contemporary classical compositions in the tradition of Conlon Nancarrow, the American experimentalist known for works written specifically for player piano—mechanical precision allowing complex rhythmic structures impossible for human hands. This 2008 collection gathers compositions from various contemporary classical composers working in Nancarrow's legacy of mechanical, experimental possibility. The music is cerebral and abstract, fascinating for its mathematical precision and sonic innovation. These pieces prioritize structural exploration over emotional directness, creating listening experiences that demand active attention. The album appeals to listeners interested in experimental classical music, compositional innovation, and the intersection of mechanical precision and artistic expression. Not casual listening, but rewarding for those seeking genuinely avant-garde contemporary composition. Recommended for adventurous listeners and musicians interested in classical innovation.
Item Details+
| Genre | Classical |
| Style | Contemporary |
| Media | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Sleeve | Near Mint (NM or M-) |
| Description | NM copy all around. |
| Label | Musikproduktion Dabringhaus Und Grimm |
| Year | 2008 |
| Country | Germany |
| Format | CD |
Tracklist+
1. Music For Player Piano (1964) 5:00
2. Spectral Canon For Conlon Nancarrow (1974) 3:33
3. Study For Player Piano (1994) 4:05
4. Toccata For Player Piano (1987) 3:37
Four Pieces For Player Piano And Prepared Player Piano (1999) 11:23
5. Björks://Prep@red Pl@yer Pi@no Pop P@ss@c@gli@ 3:49
6. The Young DJ At The Old Academy 2:58
7. The Loneliness Of The Key In The Lock 1:51
8. Black Beauty's Clockwork 2:43
Fünf Stücke Für Player Piano (1997/2004) 13:47
9. Am Liegetisch 1:44
10. Kindermädchens Kanonenofen 2:14
11. Von Der Reich Gedeckten Tafel 3:48
12. Der Zornige Ei(f)sschrank 2:56
13. Xenias Kissen 3:01
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14. Les Sons Rayonnants (Für Zwei Player Pianos Und Synthesizer) (2000) 11:40
15. Solfeggietto A Cinque For Player Piano (After C.P.E. Bach, 1999) 3:45
16. Pop Music? (1998) 3:26
17. Circus Galop For Two Player Pianos (1991-1994) 4:32
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