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Rudi Mahall / Axel Dorner / Jan Roder / Uli Jennessen: Die Enttausschung
by Nic Jones
It's only right that the whole membership of this quartet gets equal billing, as this is a group that sublimates the individual in the interest of collective identity. Given the instrumental line-up--two horns, bass and drums--there are, of course, countless precedents for music in this form. The group proves itself to be abundantly aware of them, but the degree to which it transcends them is ultimately a matter for debate.
In choosing to concentrate on bass clarinet Rudi Mahall--whose work ...
read moreNew Release: Fusk by Kasper Tom Christiansen, Andreas Lang, Philipp Gropper and Rudi Mahall
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Michael Ricci
FUSKthat is Kasper Tom Christiansen (Kran, QUARTz), Andreas Lang (QUARTz, a la Cour), Philipp Gropper (Hyperaktive Kid, Philm) and Rudi Mahall (Der Rote Bereich, Globe Unity Orchestra)shine with their witty way of playing and their inventiveness. The quartet covers a broad spectrum, from catchy melodies to complex structures and the expressive deconstruction of patterns. One moment playful, soon showing its teeth, their music exhibits its diversity. From harmony to noise, all possibilities are explored. The compositions often feature rhythmic interlocking ...
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