Pleiades / Concertante – Iannis Xenakis, Maki Ishii, Les Percussions De Strasbourg, Keiko Abe – Audio CD – Pre Owned CDs (Arrives in 14days)

Pleiades / Concertante captures a pivotal moment in 20th-century music, where the boundaries of rhythm and timbre are fearlessly expanded. Greek composer Iannis Xenakis, a titan of avant-garde Western Classical music, teams with Maki Ishii, Les Percussions De Strasbourg, and marimba virtuoso Keiko Abe to spotlight percussion as a language of its own. Xenakis’ Pleiades unfolds in four movements, each exploring an elemental sound world—metal, skin, wood, and a union of all. The sheer intensity and sculpted chaos of these pieces invite the listener to experience music as architecture in motion. Ishii’s Concertante complements this with a unique Japanese sensibility, fusing traditional rhythms with modern textures. Les Percussions De Strasbourg, renowned for their technical prowess and adventurous spirit, bring these compositions to life with breathtaking clarity, while Keiko Abe’s expressive marimba work adds lyrical depth. This album is essential for anyone who craves music that challenges conventions and rewards deep listening—a landmark recording that stands at the crossroads of innovation, virtuosity, and cross-cultural dialogue. Owning this LP means holding a slice of musical history that continues to inspire composers, performers, and adventurous listeners alike.

Track List:
– Pleiades (1979) –
1 – Melanges – 8:27
2 – Métaux – 13:23
3 – Claviers – 9:47
4 – Peaux – 11:07
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5 – Concertante Op.79 (1988) For Marimba Solo & 6-Percussions – 19:03