Kronos Quartet
White Man Sleeps
Elektra Nonesuch (Germany) 1987
979 613-1 (LP)
sleeve : EX-(TEOC, slightly wear on corner.)
media : EX/EX(some slightly noises.)
This is an album released in 1987 by the Kronos Quartet, a strings quartet group consisting of David Harrington (violin), John Sherba (violin), Hank Dutt (viola), and Joan Jeanrenaud (cello), known internationally for their performances of works by Steve Reich and others. While this album spans beyond the realm of contemporary/modern classical, the group tackles various genres of music with innovative arrangements. One highlight to pay attention to is track A3, a lengthy composition composed by Jon Hassell specifically for the Kronos Quartet. This piece showcases Jon Hassell's unique sense of floating ambiance within the attacks of the string quartet, resulting in a highly intriguing arrangement. You should definitely take note of the minimalist vibes in track A1, their cover of Ornette Coleman's piece in A4, and the delightful pentatonic harmonies with a touch of Japanese sentiment in track B1.
A1: Kevin Volans “Shite Man Sleep #1”
A1: Kevin Volans “Shite Man Sleep #1”