Every Wednesday, we'll be showing you a recording (or two!) that we are currently listening to, along with a little bit about why we find it intriguing.
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| Doumka Clarinet Ensemble |
This week, we have two movements of
Asymmetric Miniatures by Alexis Ciesla, "Des Bulles" and "Praïa," performed by the Doumka Clarinet Ensemble. Ciesla is a member of this ensemble, and originally wrote the piece for them. We have been playing the piece since August, and auditioned for ICA ClarinetFest 2013 with our recording of it. The stylistic element that has been the most challenging for us, and that we continue to work on, is the relaxed sound quality. These recordings of the Doumka Clarinet Ensemble capture this sound quality perfectly. The sound is relaxed and open, with an earthy, natural quality that really suits the piece well.
The recordings do not reflect the published arrangement that Concinnity Quartet has studied. The Doumka version does not have the bass clarinet, only the three sopranos, and adds percussion. These changes enhance the Mediterranean influenced style of the pieces. Also, "Des Bulles" adds an improvisatory-sounding introduction that helps set the tone for the 'bubbly' party that is to come.
Listen and let us know what you think!
http://www.myspace.com/doumkaclarinetensemble/music
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