Kuniko Kato – Xenakis: IX (2015) MCH SACD ISO + Hi-Res FLAC

KUNIKO’s much-anticipated third studio recording features the works of Iannis Xenakis, whose work has had a huge impact within the world of music, and in particular on percussion repertoire. Full of challenges, from the pioneering mathematical influences, to unusual notation and virtuosic performance requirements, many classify Xenakis’ compositions as unplayable, but KUNIKO’s unrivalled prowess sees her perfectly realise the composer’s vision. KUNIKO gave the world premiere of Project IX at the Japan Society in New York in 2014. Pléiades explores a rich variety of percussive sounds and textures; marimba, vibraphone, xylophone, xylo-marimba and drums create a sound world of rhythmic complexity and vibrant colours. Uniquely, Pléiades also requires a SIXXEN, an instrument designed by Xenakis and customised by KUNIKO, who hand-selected 120 metal bars to craft the perfect sound.

Among Iannis Xenakis’ most frequently performed and recorded works are his solo percussion pieces, Pléïades and Rebonds, which stretch the limits of a performer’s dexterity, speed, and stamina. As part of her touring Project IX, Kuniko Kato has performed Pléïades in a multimedia presentation with dancer Megumi Nakamura, and Rebonds has been a part of her repertoire ever since she became a professional percussionist, so she has a thorough knowledge of Xenakis’ system of notation and methods. This hybrid SACD from Linn provides the best format for capturing the subtle nuances and timbres of the instruments, which include pitched and unpitched percussion, and the multichannel recording reproduces the wide dynamic range and spatial dimensions of Kato’s performances. Listeners who are coming to Xenakis for the first time may find the percussion works quite accessible, and they will appreciate the precision and power of Kato’s virtuosic playing. Highly recommended.

Tracklist:

01. Pleiades – I. Melanges
02. Pleiades – II. Metaux
03. Pleiades – III. Claviers
04. Pleiades – IV. Peaux
05. Rebonds – I. A
06. Rebonds – II. B

SACD ISO

https://hexload.com/4zy64pidhxx4/Kunik0Kat0IannisXenakis.PleiadesReb0nds2015SACDIS0.part1.rar
https://hexload.com/h2xoquyszc7i/Kunik0Kat0IannisXenakis.PleiadesReb0nds2015SACDIS0.part2.rar
https://hexload.com/i8kua12pd0v8/Kunik0Kat0IannisXenakis.PleiadesReb0nds2015SACDIS0.part3.rar
https://hexload.com/b8gfn3yfi4ot/Kunik0Kat0IannisXenakis.PleiadesReb0nds2015SACDIS0.part4.rar

https://xubster.com/rukg8if81u13/Kunik0Kat0IannisXenakis.PleiadesReb0nds2015SACDIS0.part1.rar.html
https://xubster.com/7cwxh6e1rppm/Kunik0Kat0IannisXenakis.PleiadesReb0nds2015SACDIS0.part2.rar.html
https://xubster.com/aos9oatcsq9o/Kunik0Kat0IannisXenakis.PleiadesReb0nds2015SACDIS0.part3.rar.html
https://xubster.com/tr4oi0bq1jqw/Kunik0Kat0IannisXenakis.PleiadesReb0nds2015SACDIS0.part4.rar.html

Hi-Res FLAC

https://hexload.com/sn9q3v4su4wk/Kunik0Kat0IannisXenakis.PleiadesReb0nds2015FLACStere02488.2.rar

https://xubster.com/vapn12hemh2o/Kunik0Kat0IannisXenakis.PleiadesReb0nds2015FLACStere02488.2.rar.html