Hao Zi Yoh
A Distant Voice of the Rainforest (Chong Lim Ng)
A Distant Voice of the Rainforest - Fragments from "Rimba"
Notes from the composer:
This piece is about the earthly simplicity of a tropical rainforest - "The murmuring of insects, birds ... rustling of falling leaves, water on rocks.........
the mystical sense of stillness & calmness.........
creation of balance, at times, silent, quiet and docile...
at times, brutal, forceful and unpredictable......
There are always changes in every movement, whether in a subtle or a drastic manner.....
An important note for the pianist - this work will always sound different, as there are so many different possibilities for the pianist to create their own interpretation/version of the piece..."
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This is a semi-improvisatory piece, composed by Malaysian pianist-composer Chong Lim NG, with whom Hao Zi studied in Malaysia.
By using extended piano techniques, she tries to create an atmosphere that would draw the audience into the sound world of a rainforest. Besides, she also included some improvisation of ethnic singing, with South East Asian flavour.
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Recorded: 01 March 2020
David Josefowitz Recital Hall
Royal Academy of Music
Malaysian Pianist: Hao Zi Yoh
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