Wall of Tongues
The Earth, grounded, adorned and complex, saw the beauty and vast emptiness of the Sky. Unacquainted with their own reflections, the revelation of each other's existence precipitated a confluence of abrupt emotions and sensations, marking a transformative juncture in their cosmic relationship. However, a tentative exchange unfolded between them restrained by an elusive veil, emanated from an unseen barrier woven from enigmatic threads holding them apart.There is a paradox of touch being both profoundly human and oddly forbidden which speaks to the complexities of our societal norms. The very act that has the power to heal, console, and unite is, at times, restricted, creating a palpable sense of yearning for fundamental human intimacy and communication.
In the dance of touch, we discover ourselves within others and our universe. The brush of fingertips against skin, a held embrace, or standing feet in the grass echoes our vulnerability and interconnection. It is a testament that in the tapestry, we are not solitary threads but in an intertwined dance of tongues spoken through a silent conversation of closeness and being.
This composition delves into various explorations using metrical structures, indeterminate notation with rhythmic symbols, and vocal articulations with the goal of expressing emotion through the color of sound and gesture. Influential composers such as Kate Soper, Ted Hearne, Philippe Leroux, and Thea Musgrave have significantly contributed to the shaping of this work and its trajectory through the influence of their innovative and exploratory approaches to composition and sonority.