Composer Larry Goves aims for a sense of mystery in his music, where meaning is in the surface rather than hidden, and elements fit together in an unpredictable yet coherent way.
Album & Artwork
The album cover artwork was created by May Yan Man, a student from Central Saint Martins College of Arts and Design, as part of NMC's Debut Discs series.
Recording & Production
Two of the pieces on this album, 'Things that are blue…' and 'Trends in personal relationships', were recorded live at the Queen Elizabeth Hall in London.
Performer Biography
The London Sinfonietta, founded in 1968, is dedicated to contemporary classical music, commissioning over 300 works and premiering many more.
Compositional Technique
Larry Goves's music often features repetition that feels new, even when exact, as demonstrated by reappearing falling fourths or descending scales in 'Threesome'.
Composer Biography
Larry Goves, a UK-based composer, has written for many prominent ensembles including the London Sinfonietta, the Hallé, and the London Symphony Orchestra.
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