Flotation Device celebrates Charles Mingus for his centenary with a survey of his complex sextet music, including a classic performance with Eric Dolphy and a newly-released 1972 recording from London. We also pay our respects to the late Harrison Birtwistle with an unusual and memorable work of his celebrating its 50th anniversary. Another 50th anniversary belongs to Morton Feldman, and one of his most beautiful compositions, inspired by a famous abstract painter.
We’ve got new tracks as well, from the OGJB Quartet (featuring Oliver Lake) and the new duet album by Matt Shipp and Michael Bisio. A lively and representative concertino by the late Philippe Boesmans rounds out the playlist. Creative and improvised music from the Northwest and around the world with host Michael Schell, from KBCS-FM Bellevue/Seattle/Tacoma.
Annotated playlist and photo credits with Comments.
