[in]evitable selection for four strings
about
C.R. Kasprzyk's self-release, [in]evitable selection, is available in digital form to acknowledge a technological culture of limited resources. The single, 72-minute work on this recording poses options to ponder for each musician involved, exploring the dichotomy of strict notation and improvisation. In parallel, similar thoughts are presented to the listeners, both in terms of how the work is distributed, as well as those views expressed within the program notes. The composer hopes the project raises awareness of human dependency on limited materials, emphasizing this simply as a common sense responsibility.
The album also acknowledges the financial demands in producing a recording, in particular, one of today's classical music. The price of the recording is whatever the customer sees fit. All proceeds go directly to the parties involved in the creation of this recording. One can support the artists without fear of the middleman.
about the work
Scored for four strings, [in]evitable selection (2008) is a work that lacks concern with traditional thoughts of what came before and what lies ahead, simply living in the moment. Perhaps not exemplary of Kasprzyk's music, the piece does however, contain many musical elements (harmonies derived from surroundings, small events of great significance, strict notation with improvisation, etc) typical of his other works. Drawing an intangible parallel between an awareness of one's surroundings and music inspired by this environment, the piece is much like life. Positive (and negative) changes of various magnitudes can occur in predictable (and less predictable) ways.
Exploring the physicality of the incorporated instruments, the score is constructed to allow the performers some freedom as to the turn of events. The incorporated harmony of this work is based on the molecular frequencies of gasoline's hydrocarbons and additives (obtained through studies by the National Institute of Standards and Technology). What options exist (yet, are ignored) by our world's leaders?
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Purchase price of the recording and materials is determined individually. As with Radiohead's initial release of "In Rainbows," one can download for literally any price; whatever he or she sees fit. It is requested that one consider the contribution of all parties involved, as well as the intent of the project, upon determining one's purchase price. All proceeds go to those parties involved in the making of this recording.
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Interested in performing or recording this work? While the piece can be performed with standard a string quartet, a group of four musicians performing any non-standard or invented instruments, capable of the technical demands of the work, are encouraged. Additionally, the duration of the work can be altered in certain circumstances. Contact the composer for further information.
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Excerpt: currently unavailable
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composer
C.R. Kasprzyk is composer, saxophonist, and avid "bring your own bag" grocery shopper, with performances throughout the United States, Canada, and the Netherlands, including Steinway Hall, Lincoln Center, and Carnegie Hall. Kasprzyk holds degrees from Grand Valley State University and the Peabody Conservatory and has received informal training from various prominent figures including Kaija Saariaho, Alvin Lucier, and Tristan Murail. He has taught throughout Maryland, including Morgan State University, and has served as a site coordinator for the Creative Access. Currently, he is on faculty at Bluefield College and is a contributing writer for the New River Voice. When not editing his website, he unplugs his laptop and drinks water from a reusable bottle.
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contact
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