In Place [CD]

Kory Reeder - In Place [CD]

American composer Kory Reeder’s 10th album In Place returns to the Grid Series heard on 2 of the 4 tracks from Reeder’s debut release on Edition Wandelweiser Records Love Songs/Duets. With raw recordings of three works from the midphase of this Series of 45 works, In Place is the first release exclusively containing pieces from the Grid Series and features Reeder on piano with long-time collaborators Kathleen Crabtree and Michael Moore on violas. Each track is a space to dwell, on the edge of silence, on the edge of collapse, and in a kaleidoscope of tones repeating again and again, cycling around each other in a freedom of movement motivated by the poetic prosescoring of each piece. The three compositions featured on In Place embody Reeder's distinctive approach to music-making, where structure and spontaneity coexist within a framework that emphasizes performer agency and introspection. Each piece, while unique in its construction and intent, contributes to a cohesive sonic environment that invites both performers and listeners into a shared space of contemplation. By prioritizing the performers' interpretative choices and the listeners' engagement, In Place transcends traditional musical narratives, offering instead a space for reflection and connection by the musical choices of three friends. 1. LANDSCAPE STUDY 2. FIELD 3. PRESENT TENSE