In C is a rhythmic, energetic work, but it also echoes the mystical,
embroidered music of the Near East and India. By staying in or around the
key of C, this 1964 work creates a model sound that can be
seen as a forerunner of today's minimalist and world music styles.
The Shanghai Film Orchestra plays this contemporary Western work on
traditional Chinese instruments. The tuning is different, and the tone
colors of the ancient Chinese bells and strings lend a new
vibrancy to the piece. The construction of this version is equally
striking. Instead of following the score straight through, earlier parts
are brought back and woven into a tapestry of sound even more
mesmerizing than Riley's original recording.
Signed by the Composer.
$25.00