Musica Aperta [LP]

Nicolas Melmann - Musica Aperta [LP]

Nicolas Melmann (born in Buenos Aires and now based in Barcelona) explores sound's social and poetic dimensions through transdisciplinary projects. Drawing inspiration from Erik Satie's concept of ''furniture music,'' Melmann's compositions transform the listening experience into havens of calm and contemplation. Musica Aperta is a fusion of acoustic and electronic sounds, rich in beautiful harmonies, where carefully soft elements interplay with delicate raspiness. Made up of three parts, the music unfolds slowly, immersing the listener in time. Musica Aperta resonates with echoes of Satie, the meditative minimalism of Arvo Part, the roughness of Phill Niblock, and the nostalgic reflections of Richard Skelton. Another way of listening to Musica Aperta is through its digital encore -- an extension of the album experience that brings the concept of open music to life -- ''a work that remains unfinished and open to transformation.'' The website features a reactive audiovisual interface where images dynamically respond to the music's behavior, translating electroacoustic frequencies into real-time cinematic landscapes. The album blends instrumental and electronic textures while allowing listeners to interact with different layers through a virtual mixer, enabling them to create unique sound combinations and personal sonic experiences. All songs written and performed by Nicolas Melmann in Chateau Ephemere. Mastered by Rafael Anton Irisarri at Black Knoll Studio, NY. Artwork by Daniel Castrejon.