David Bird, the composer and producer, is a multimedia artist whose work explores the dramatic potential of electroacoustic and multimedia environments.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The album can be considered a guided aural tour of the 'Echo Chamber' sculpture, with scattered materials from the sculpture woven into the music.
Recording & Production
This project was made possible with support from The George Washington University Facilitating Fund and New Music USA.
Compositional Technique
The album combines electronic elements with the full timbral range of the piano as an acoustic instrument, from scraping piano strings to resonant melodies and microtonal tremolos.
Album & Artwork
The album title, Iron Orchid, refers to the central role of metal in the music, which is transmogrified into shifting and evolving timbres.
Performer Biography
Pianist Ning Yu is known for her performances in new and experimental music and has given many world premieres.
Composition History
Iron Orchid originated from an interactive multimedia sculpture called 'Echo Chamber,' a collaboration between composer David Bird, pianist Ning Yu, and sculptor Mark Reigelman.
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