The Ex Novo Ensemble, founded in Venice in 1979, is a significant reference point in the international new music scene, known for its unique 'sound'.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Osvaldo Coluccino's music is characterized by 'the absent as substance', where vast voids and silences are integral to the composition, allowing the listener to complete the musical narrative.
Composition History
The album features 6 of the 7 'Emblema' compositions; 'Emblema 2' was intentionally excluded to maintain an intimate, unified character with fewer instruments.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Osvaldo Coluccino, the composer, is also a poet, and his music often elaborates on interdisciplinary factors with other arts, reflecting a symbolist imprint.
Compositional Technique
Coluccino's music uses unconventional techniques, such as delicate pizzicatos, pressure on strings, and refined work on woodwind keys to extract the sound of the acoustic cavity.
Recording & Production
All tracks on this album are world premiere recordings, captured in high-resolution 24bit/96khz audio.
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