Mark Abel, the composer, grew up in America, Europe, and Asia, receiving exposure to global political and cultural events of the 1950s and 1960s.
Recording & Production
The orchestra on this recording is composed of Hollywood session players whimsically dubbed the La Brea Sinfonietta.
Composer Biography
Mark Abel, the composer, transitioned into journalism in 1983, eventually becoming foreign editor of the San Francisco Chronicle until 2004.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Mark Abel, the composer, describes his original style, which blends classical, rock, and jazz elements, as 'postmodern art song' or 'alternative classical.'
Compositional Technique
Mark Abel's musical settings mirror his lyrics closely, amplifying the insights and emotions of his words with equally shattering or emotive music.
Composer Biography
Mark Abel, the composer, was a guitarist, bassist, and songwriter on the New York rock scene in the 1970s and early 1980s, playing with seminal figures like Tom Verlaine.
Compositional Technique
The music on this album stretches conventional definitions of 'classical' and is designed to appeal to rock fans, serving as a bridge to more 'highbrow' forms.
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