Dive into the avant-garde world of George Antheil with his 1995 album "Bad Boy of Music," released under Albany Records. This captivating collection spans a diverse range of compositions, showcasing Antheil's innovative spirit and boundary-pushing style. The album opens with the dynamic "Airplane Sonata," featuring pieces like "As fast as possible" and "Andante," followed by the primal energy of "Sonata Sauvage" with tracks such as "Ă la nĂšgre, Allegro Vivo" and "Ivory, Prestissimo." Inspired by Max Ernst's surrealist artwork, the extended suite "La Femme 100 TĂȘtes" offers a series of thirteen intricate movements, each brimming with imaginative flair. The album also includes the playful "Valentine Waltzes," a series of eleven waltzes that blend charm with complexity, and the operatic "Tango from the opera Transatlantic." With a total runtime of 1 hour and 8 minutes, "Bad Boy of Music" is a testament to Antheil's enduring influence in the avant-garde genre, making it a compelling listen for fans of experimental and unconventional music.
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Tracks
Airplane Sonata: As fast as possibleGeorge Antheil, Marthanne Verbit