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  June, 2007 - Issue 0018

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Notes from the Western Edge is a collection of audio profiles of musicians working on the edges of Jazz, New Music, Electronics, and the sonic spaces in between.
   Produced in Los Angeles by Richard Paske, NFWE was published monthly from January, 2006 through July, 2007 and now includes 38 profiles, with more to be added on an occasional basis. To listen, use the ISSUE menu or click on a name in the Artist list on the right.

 David Harrington

1973 was a very important year for David Harrington. Inspired by both politics and by new music he was hearing he formed Kronos, the group that almost single-handedly broke the mold not just for string quartets, but for contemporary classical music ensembles of all kinds. Thirty-four years later, Harrington is still at it - breaking molds, forging new ground, and most importantly, making beautiful music. Before a recent UCLA Live gig, I spoke with him about all these things and more...
Kronos
UCLA Live
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 Hamiet Bluiett

Hamiet Bluiett's birth in Lovejoy, Illinois, was auspicious for the world of music. Founded in 1829 by fugitive slaves from nearby St. Louis, Lovejoy was named for the abolitionist Elijah P. Lovejoy. Today it remains the oldest African-American town in the U.S. When he was young, Bluiett wanted to play the baritone saxophone but Lovejoy didn't have enough saxophones so he was given a clarinet instead. Luckily for the bari and for us, Bluiett eventually got his bari. Tune in and listen to the results...
Mapleshade
Justin Time Records

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