Percussion Ensemble, by Milford Graves

Percussion Ensemble

by Milford Graves

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wndfrm vibrant percussive dynamism, nearly generative in effect, while retaining a stark, nuanced, tonal balance. rinse this with some late-era autechre and see where you land. inspirational.

Matthew Flores Rest in Peace, Professor Milford Graves. Thank you for teaching us how to love life and truly appreciate the naturality of music as a whole! Favorite track: Nothing 11-10.

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2.	Nothing 13 06:28	buy track
3.	Nothing 19 07:32	buy track
4.	Nothing 11-10 05:17	buy track
5.	Nothing 5-7 11:56	buy track

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Percussionist Milford Graves recorded his first and only ESP-Disk' recording on August 5th, 1966 along with fellow percussionist, the late Sonny Morgan. According to Milford Graves, the titles were given numbers according to how many beats were in each measure. Milford Graves has been one of the main drummers in the free mode scene (known for skillful inclusion of Asian and African rhythmic ingredients into his solos). He worked with the New York Art Quartet, Giuseppi Logan, Albert Ayler, Don Pullen, Andrew Cyrille and many more. This unique combination of percussion conversations between Milford Graves is a welcomed addition in the new series of digipak re-issues. Liner notes, photos and more... digitally remastered from the original tapes.

Personnel

Milford Graves: drums, bells, gongs, shakers
Sunny Morgan: drums, bells

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released January 1, 1965

Credits

Recorded July 1965. Engineering by Richard L. Alderson. Original cover photography by Bob Greene. Production Manager: Tom Abbs. Tape Transfer & Mastering by Steven Walcott. Design & Layout by Miles Bachman & Michael Sanzone.

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