Hall: Compositional Improvisations from the Mysteria, Vol. 1
8/6/2013, 7 Tracks, 1:11:45
Featuring
Gregory Hall
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Compositional Technique
Gregory Hall's compositional improvisation templates use a 'mix and match' system of randomization, unlike linear written music, and incorporate contemporary musical set theory.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Gregory Hall calls his improvisations 'compositional improvisations' to distinguish them from 'classical improvisations,' which often use older musical styles.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Gregory Hall developed 'compositional improvisation templates' because he was a sight-reader and wanted to improvise as freely as those who play by ear.
Composer Biography
Gregory Hall, the composer and improviser on this album, studied with composer Ned Rorem at the Curtis Institute of Music.
Recording & Production
The tracks on this album are all improvisations, realized entirely live, and were selected by Gregory Hall from hundreds of his performances.
Performer Biography
Gregory Hall performs his compositional improvisations live twice weekly in the online virtual world Second Life, and in various real-world venues.
