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Radiator (26:30) is music based on the sound that a radiator makes as it
begins to heat up. Trapped moisture produces a random banging sound,
accompanied by the hissing of steam. The first part of the work is comprised
of computer manipulated samples of this sound, presented as discrete
cells of identical length (20 seconds), and placed adjacent to each
other in time. This creates a macro-rhythm dictated by a sequence of
mini-drones, in which perceived duration becomes a function of sonic
density and rhythmic complexity. Later in the work, drone sounds from
previous works (both acoustic and electronic) are layered over the ongoing
radiator samples, further complicating the perception of time.
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CD 103
cover and logo
design by
© 1999 ALYSSE STEPANIAN
music by © 1999 PHILIP
MANTIONE
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