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Creating a Polyalbum: The Mystery of Grey Matters
In most music, different textures and ideas occur simultaneously. This may take the form of polyphony (meaning multiple independent voices), polyrhythm (multiple independent rhythms), or even polytonality (two or more tonal centers). The goal I set for myself was to create a "polyalbum": two full-length compact discs that can be listened to individually, or at the same time. The Mystery of Grey Matters represents two years of intensive composing, recording, and mixing. It features hundreds of talented musicians, including the CSB/SJU Orchestra and All College Choir. Through music and spoken dialogue, this polyalbum tells the story of Gregory "Grey" Matters, who develops bizarre mental powers. Only by listening to each disc (L, R, and L+R) will the listener unlock the secrets of Grey's mind. Read more about the project...
"Although I could wax poetic about the technical complexity and execution of this album, in one listen anyone could pick up on McCarron's innate creativity and talent. This is one of the best concept pieces I've heard in a long time." -Megan Vetsch, The Record. Read the full review...
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 Prelude to a Life |
+ | Seven Days |
= | Prelude to a Life + Seven Days |
| Grey Matters |
+ | Neural Fiber Factory |
= | Grey Matters + Neural Fiber Factory |
| The Doctor |
+ | Waking to a Familiar Conversation |
= | The Doctor + Waking to a Familiar Conversation |
| The Dreamer |
+ | Inwards |
= | The Dreamer + Inwards |
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The Mystery of Grey Matters [3 CDs] US orders will be shipped within two weeks. International shipping times vary. |