Gauticle

PATERAS/BAXTER/BROWN (CD)

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Following their critically acclaimed debut Ataxia, Melbourne based trio Pateras/Baxter/Brown continue their meta-instrumental explorations into intuitive music on their follow up Gauticle. Using the unique combination of prepared piano, percussion and prepared guitar, the trio fuse liquid structure and instinct to create 5 beautiful works that defy stylistic comparison. Recorded during their 2004 European tour in both London and Vienna, Gauticle presents the trio at their finest, capturing both the intensity of their live performances and the delicacy of their more subtle studio work.

Founded within a plethora of passions including electronic noise, the classical avant garde and free jazz, Pateras/Baxter/Brown hold a strong argument against the early 21st century plinky plonk profileration. Multi-temporarl textures collide with shredding electro-acoustic resonance (although completely acoustic). Parallels intersect and splice to create overwhelming textural spasms. Most importantly the instrumental techniques used are considered, fascinating and at times, ridiculous.