John Luther Adams: The Become Trilogy

Featuring

Ludovic Morlot
Seattle Symphony
Seattle Symphony Chorale
John Luther Adams

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Compositional Technique

In 'Become Ocean,' a full symphony orchestra is deployed in three separate ensembles, each with distinct instrumental and harmonic colorations and moving at its own tempo.

Composer's Artistic Vision

John Luther Adams views music not just as an activity, but as his way of understanding the world, knowing his place, and composing 'home.'

Composer Biography

Composer John Luther Adams lived in Alaska for most of his life, specifically in the basin of the Tanana River, before moving to the desert in his sixth decade.

Composer's Artistic Vision

Composer John Luther Adams's 'Become trilogy' aims for music to aspire to the condition of place, inviting listeners to enter and discover their own experiences.

Recording & Production

The 'Become trilogy' album was remixed and remastered by Nathaniel Reichman in stereo, 5.1 surround, and Dolby Atmos, with 5.1 and Dolby Atmos mixes available digitally.

Compositional Technique

'Become Desert' features five different ensembles, each moving at a different tempo, stationed around the audience, and includes a chorus singing the Spanish word for 'light,' Luz.