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Meteora

Makiko Hirabayashi Trio22 Sep 2023 • 11 songs

Song List

1
Warp
Makiko HirabayashiMarilyn MazurKlavs Hovman
2
Birds Ascending
Makiko HirabayashiMarilyn MazurKlavs Hovman
3
The Door
Makiko HirabayashiMarilyn MazurKlavs Hovman
4
Chestnut Alley
Makiko HirabayashiMarilyn MazurKlavs Hovman
5
Meaningful Encounter
Makiko HirabayashiMarilyn MazurKlavs Hovman
6
Skorpio Recital
Makiko HirabayashiMarilyn MazurKlavs Hovman
7
Meteor
Makiko HirabayashiMarilyn MazurKlavs Hovman
8
Infinity
Makiko HirabayashiMarilyn MazurKlavs Hovman
9
Desert Rose
Makiko HirabayashiMarilyn MazurKlavs Hovman
10
Kilden
Makiko HirabayashiMarilyn MazurKlavs Hovman
11
Slip
Makiko HirabayashiMarilyn MazurKlavs Hovman

Meteora

Meteora - a chain of Greek-Byzantine monasteries was built around the 14th century on top of sandstone rock formations in the fading range of the Pindus Mountains, in the Thessalian lowlands of Greece. At an over 600 meters high, some of them were only accessible by rope ladders or winches for hundreds of years. Makiko Hirabayashi learned of this place during a concert tour to Athens and was immediately captivated by its symbolic power: the isolated units which nevertheless exist in a larger context; fragile and floating, but at the same time firmly grounded. The opening title of the new, fifth album of her trio seems to have been perfectly chosen; "Warp", relating to the space above the early monasteries on the rock formations, as well as connecting the album to her previous release Weavers, in which much was woven with warp threads. A high-pitched bass, the subtle use of electronics, like everything else that follows, seem to emerge somehow from outer space. These are seemingly simple structures that only reveal themselves as complex architecture upon repeated listening - meditative and fleeting, but at the same time permanently carved into the rock. Minimalistic piano figures from which melodic fragments emerge, in their very clarity offer ample material for improvisation. With onomatopoeic percussion, an impressionistic and scenic painting is sketched in "Birds Ascending", whereas enthralling rhythms lead the way in "Chestnut Alley" or the sky-racing "Meteor". In between those, you find the improvised miniatures like "The Door" or "Slip", aspherical connections between worlds: imaginary doors, rope ladders or hinges. After the lockdown album Weavers, Makiko Hirabayashi is back in the piano trio setting with Klavs Hovman on bass and the legendary percussionist/drummer Marilyn Mazur, reclaiming her space and time. Some of the material produced here has been part of their live repertoire for some years and gone through a maturing process, becoming an integral part of the whole album put together in the spirit of Meteora.
About Meteora :

For music lovers, Meteora is a treat not to miss. Released on 22 Sep 2023, Meteora features popular artists such as Makiko Hirabayashi Trio . The album comprises 11 songs, with each displaying an incredible storyline. At Joox, you can relish Meteora songs with lyrics and music videos in high quality, and indulge into a wonderful music experience.