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Rhythm + Speed

by Paul Rothenstein

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RHYTHM + SPEED is inspired by the work of Conlon Nancarrow (1912-1997), known for his rhythmically complex, ultra-fast player piano music.

Nancarrow favored canons, whose limited melodic material freed him to focus on mathematically precise experiments with rhythm and tempo. In contrast, most of my efforts herein are free, intuitive playings with rhythm and speed, the latter facilitated by digital technology. However, I have included four canons and a tone row piece.
These required me to improvise from written material, contrary to my usual practice of improvising out of the ether between my ears.

The album combines pieces of a Nancarrowesque bent with those of my own.

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released September 12, 2017

Artwork by the composer. See more at NewMasterDrawings.com

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Paul Rothenstein Ballston Spa, New York

I studied classical piano for many years but never quite felt at home with it.

In contrast, free improvisation has been a liberating experience.

These albums, some played on keyboard instruments, some on non-keyboard "desktop" synthesizers , vary considerably in style and idiom.

May you find among them some strange or lovely music to enjoy.
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