Harmogram Suite

Further evidences Ayres' growing reputation for making music of extraordinary emotional reach within environments of equally extraordinary stillness. Sixth album from the British modern classical/ambient composer, this two-disc CD-and-DVD package, recorded in 5.1 surround-sound consistent with the holographic concept, is in the best tradition of his diverse back catalogue of minimalist albums incorporating special soundscapes and psycho-acoustics. Harmogram is Marvin Ayres' term to describe his hybridizing harmonics, harmony and hologram. In six movements and written for cello and string orchestra, the result is over-dubbed with 140 layers, Marvin playing each and every instrument and part but for the fifth movement, which employs a choir. Released in a 4-panel cardboard sleeve with soft envelope inserts for discs.