In Kenopsia
for trombone & live electronics

Description

In Kenopsia (2017) – for trombone & live electronics. Commissioned by Psappha in partnership with PRS for Music Foundation Talent Development. Completed February 2017 (Manchester). Mixed by Thomas Rydeard. First performance 15 February 2017 by Tony Boorer & Bethan Morgan-Williams, Hallé St. Michael’s (Manchester). Dedicated to Tony Boorer. Duration ca. 5’30”

Programme Note

In Kenopsia is a piece inspired by an experience of being trapped in a place that is usually bustling with life, but is now deserted. The piece is a duet, existing between the known and visually present trombonist and a violin. There is no violinist present however. Instead, all of the samples used in the electronics are taken from a single recording of a violinist improvising, and gradually over the course of the piece, the source of these exterior sounds becomes more apparent.

– Bethan Morgan-Williams