Michael Gordon's "Trance," released on January 1, 2011, under Cantaloupe Music, is a captivating exploration of minimalism and avant-garde music. Clocking in at just over 52 minutes, this album is a journey through six distinct tracks, each titled with a variation of "Trance," hinting at the repetitive, hypnotic nature of the compositions. Gordon, known for his innovative approach to contemporary classical music, delves into the realms of trance-like states with this release. The album opens with "Trance 1" and gradually builds in intensity, culminating in the extended "Trance Drone" before concluding with "Trance 5." Each piece is a study in minimalist repetition and gradual evolution, characteristic of Gordon's unique style. "Trance" is a testament to Gordon's ability to create immersive soundscapes that challenge and engage the listener.
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Tracks
Trance 1Michael Gordon, Julian Brewer, Brendan Ball, Michael Wildgust, Mark Robinson, John Kenny, Robert Holliday, Jonathan Beatty, Simon Hogg, Icebreaker
Trance 2Michael Gordon, Julian Brewer, Brendan Ball, Michael Wildgust, Mark Robinson, John Kenny, Robert Holliday, Jonathan Beatty, Simon Hogg, Icebreaker
Trance 3Michael Gordon, Julian Brewer, Brendan Ball, Michael Wildgust, Mark Robinson, John Kenny, Robert Holliday, Jonathan Beatty, Simon Hogg, Icebreaker
Trance 4Michael Gordon, Julian Brewer, Brendan Ball, Michael Wildgust, Mark Robinson, John Kenny, Robert Holliday, Jonathan Beatty, Simon Hogg, Icebreaker
Trance DroneMichael Gordon, Julian Brewer, Brendan Ball, Michael Wildgust, Mark Robinson, John Kenny, Robert Holliday, Jonathan Beatty, Simon Hogg, Icebreaker
Trance 5 -Michael Gordon, Julian Brewer, Brendan Ball, Michael Wildgust, Mark Robinson, John Kenny, Robert Holliday, Jonathan Beatty, Simon Hogg, Icebreaker
Trance 5Michael Gordon, Julian Brewer, Brendan Ball, Michael Wildgust, Mark Robinson, John Kenny, Robert Holliday, Jonathan Beatty, Simon Hogg, Icebreaker