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Mar012010

trillium e

My big project for this month is rehearsing and recording as a principle singer in Anthony Braxton's opera Trillium E.

I know! AWESOME.

I couldn't be more honored or excited to be a part of this. Not only is working with Anthony one of the most rewarding experiences a musician can have, but this particular project seamlessly merges my own musical personalities -- new music singer, opera singer, improvisor, experimental vocalist -- in a meaningful way. It will also be a rare chance to work with other vocalists who are interested in experimental music and improvisation (and who aren't afraid of a few polyrythms!).

Braxton's operas have 12 stock characters who appear in different roles from act to act. Each character is shadowed by an improvising solo instrumentalist.  So, he has assembled a company of 24 performers dedicated to the performace of these works. The recording of Trillium E (with 40-piece orchestra) will most likely be the first of many projects for this amazing group.

I would venture to say that the coming together of this ensemble is a historic event that could have a profound impact on the music world.

More to come!

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