Laura Chislett, Edward Cowie - In Two Minds (2024) [Hi-Res]

Tracklist

01. Pre Dawn and Dawn: Australian Bell Birds
02. Guten Morgan, Herr Kandinsky!
03. Boom Time - Bitterns at Leighton Moss
04. New York - New York Mark Rothko - Jackson Pollock
05. Ornitharia
06. Stonehenge Thunderstorm and Skylark
07. Lake Eacham Blue
08. Dusk - Night Lyrebirds

Despite three decades apart, renowned Australian flautist Laura Chislett and composer Edward Cowie, with their instruments as extensions of thought, craft a rich tapestry of sonic colours and inventive possibilities. This profound ritual of spontaneous outpourings invites listeners on an immersive journey, experiencing the direct transmission of sensory encounters through eight tracks that shape the discovered music of the moment. The album, a testament to their enduring creative connection, offers a unique fusion of musical expression and the natural world, inviting audiences to join in this extraordinary sonic exploration created through skilled and instinctive improvisation.

The creative synergy between Chislett and Cowie, first sparked in 1989 during Cowie’s tenure at The Australian Arts Centre in Townsville, North Queensland, resonates with a unique connection rooted in shared musical sensibilities and a deep appreciation for the natural world.

Fast forward to 2022, when Laura travelled to England for a transformative recording project with Cowie, unaware that it would coincide with his decision to return to Australia. Motivated by a desire for a final adventure in the expansive Australian landscape, 80-year-old Edward Cowie embraced the opportunity to explore untapped musical potential since his departure in 1995.

The resulting album, a captivating collection of improvisations, bears witness to the duo’s shared experiences and draws inspiration from both the Australian and British landscapes. The improvisations pay homage to the sonic narratives of birds, land, sea, and sky, interwoven with influences from revered visual artists like Kandinsky, Rothko, Pollock, and Heather Cowie, whose artwork is on the cover.

Artists: Duo Menurida, Edward Cowie, Laura Chislett
Composers: Edward Cowie, Laura Chislett

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