Alessandro Baticci's "NIMIKRY: Bird of Paradise" is a captivating exploration of contemporary classical music, set to release on November 21, 2024, under the prestigious KAIROS label. This album is a testament to Baticci's innovative compositional style, blending intricate ensemble works with intimate chamber pieces.
The album opens with "Rhizomatic Studies," a dynamic and complex work for ensemble, showcasing Baticci's ability to weave intricate textures and rhythms. The centerpiece of the album is the suite "Narcomancy" for flute and viola, recorded live, which unfolds in a series of evocative movements: "Intro - Induline," "Luminescent Eye," "Recursive Dream," "Granular Perception," "Fast Forward," "Marcia - Malachite," and "Plutonium." Each movement offers a unique sonic landscape, highlighting the expressive range of the flute and viola duo.
The album concludes with "Bird of Paradise," another ensemble work that encapsulates Baticci's signature blend of lyricism and modernist experimentation. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 14 minutes, "NIMIKRY: Bird of Paradise" is a compelling journey through the imaginative and technically demanding world of Alessandro Baticci's music.
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