hypartita.
Opus. 75
Instrumentation: Alto Sax + Electric Guitar + Drumset + Piano
Duration: 10 minutes, three movements
Commissioned by: Iceberg for Hypercube
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PROGRAM NOTE.
I worked first with HYPERCUBE in November 2019 and was struck by their multifaceted nature as an artistic ensemble: there's the strong foundation of conservatory backgroundS, there's the deep love for jazz and contemporary (non-classical) work, there's a keen focus on virtuosity within the realm of modern instrumental technique, but then at the center of it there's this incredibly sentimental sound as a whole that traces each of the member's roots as individuals.
So I decided to write for that. HYPARTITA is a three movement contemporary dance suite, with movements entitled Slow (Dance), Last (Dance), and Break (Dance). In the second movement you'll find music that could just as easily be found being played on an accordion (Andrea's other instrument), in the first movement you'll find a sentimental dark work that explores the artistic abilities of HYPERCUBE, and in the third movement you'll find a radically upbeat piece that showcases their virtuosity as individuals and as one powerful group.
Details // Concert Prep
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PDF Score + Part(s) sent via email within 2-3 business days. I’m excited to connect with you!
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recording.
ARTIST biography.
Jarring, compelling”— (Washington Post)
“fearless and flawless… some of the most exciting playing I have ever heard.”—(Sequenza 21)
HYPERCUBE has built a reputation on high-energy performances with impressive execution. The NYC-based quartet embraces the boundaries of chamber music, featuring cutting-edge works for saxophone, guitar, piano and percussion, while spanning electric and acoustic worlds. HYPERCUBE has appeared as guest artist at Music on the Edge (Pittsburgh), The Kennedy Center’s Millennium Stage, the Charlotte New Music Festival, The Garrick Theatre (Newfoundland), Roulette Intermedium, the Nief-Norf Summer Festival (Knoxville), LPR presents (NYC), and the 40th International Festival of New Music “Manuel Enríquez” (Mexico City). With a national and international touring schedule, 2019 appearances include the Now Hear This Festival and Ritornello Chamber Music Festival (Western Canada). In addition to their performance season, HYPERCUBE participates in residencies at universities and conservatories across the US and Canada working with students at Cincinnati Conservatory, Boston Conservatory, Memorial University (Newfoundland), Duke University, Oberlin Conservatory, Acadia University (Nova Scotia), Wesleyan, and CalArts. HYPERCUBE is Erin Rogers (saxophones), Jay Sorce (classical & electric guitar), Andrea Lodge (piano & accordion), and Chris Graham (percussion).