Tuesday, September 14, 2004

you really MUST go to the Albert Ayler site and check out the music. it is wonderful, so full of delight. "Bells" is a favourite, featuring fugue-like repetition. there's a drone on the horns that reminds me of Highland pipes. melodies are simple with Ayler, childlike and happy. and I love the drums. drums often provide a firmness, but here the drummer sounds childlike, trying whatever comes to mind in an utter playfulness that delights me. I hear children's songs and spirituals. such bright music. there's an interview with AA, with his slow thoughtful voice and a quick French translator as overlay. I can see this music played on street corners.

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