Kronos Quartet
White Man Sleeps
Elektra Nonesuch (US) 1987
9 79613-1 (LP)
sleeve : EX(SRW)
media : EX+/EX(some slightly noises.)
This album, released in 1987, features the string quartet group Kronos Quartet, consisting of David Harrington (violin), John Sherba (violin), Hank Dutt (viola), and Joan Jeanrenaud (cello). Kronos Quartet has gained global acclaim for their performances of Steve Reich's works and other notable contributions. This album, like their others, goes beyond contemporary/modern classical, exploring various genres with innovative arrangements. One track worth highlighting is A3, a long composition composed by Jon Hassell specifically for Kronos Quartet. It presents a fascinating blend where the floating sensation unique to Jon Hassell coexists within the attacks of the string quartet. Also, don't miss A4, a cover of Ornette Coleman, and B1, which has a pentatonic-scale harmony evoking a somewhat Japanese sentiment—a very pleasant recommendation.
A3: Pano Da Costa
B1: Amazing Grace