Description
Bill Dixon with Tony Oxley – Papyrus Volume II CD
Product Information
UPC: 027312133820
Product Type: Compact Disc – Digital Audio
Label: Soul Note
Catalog Number: 121338-2
Made In: Italy
Release Year: 1999 (Soul Note reissue)
Published by: Metamorphosis Music (BMI)
Rights & Licensing:
- Compositions © Metamorphosis Music-BMI and Tony Oxley Music, PRS MCPS, IREC, SPA, SIAE
- All rights reserved
- Contains Copy Control technology
Overview
Papyrus Volume II is an evocative and experimental recording featuring the unique dialogue between trumpeter/pianist Bill Dixon and drummer/percussionist Tony Oxley. This album showcases a series of original compositions that blend subtle textures with sweeping improvisations, creating an immersive sonic landscape. While most of the pieces are composed solely by Bill Dixon, the track "Papyrus #2" is the fruit of a collaborative effort between Dixon and Oxley. Dixon is also responsible for the liner configuration, whereas Oxley contributes distinctive background sound ambience, adding an extra dimension to the overall sound.
Product Features
Format & Audio Quality
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Digital Excellence:
- Presented on Compact Disc (Digital Audio) for high-quality, clear sound reproduction.
- Engineered to emphasize the intricate interplay between trumpet, piano, and percussion, capturing both delicate nuances and bold improvisations.
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Collectible Reissue:
- Issued by Soul Note, a label renowned for avant-garde jazz releases that push the boundaries of contemporary improvisation.
Musicians & Instrumentation
- Bill Dixon:
- Performs on both trumpet and piano, delivering expansive, reflective improvisations and precisely composed passages.
- Tony Oxley:
- Provides drums and percussion, offering innovative rhythmic textures and atmospheric soundscapes that serve as a complementary counterpoint to Dixon’s playing.
Production & Concept
- Composition Credits:
- Tracks 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 are composed solely by Bill Dixon.
- Track 2 (“Papyrus #2”) is a joint composition by Bill Dixon and Tony Oxley.
- Creative Contributions:
- Liner configuration is by Bill Dixon, reflecting his visionary approach to presenting his music.
- Background sound ambience is crafted by Tony Oxley to add depth and texture to the listening experience.
- Recording Aesthetic:
- The album seamlessly blends composed structures with open improvisational sections, inviting the listener into an intimate sound world where silence, space, and tonal color play pivotal roles.
Track Listing
- SILVER POINT: JEANNE PHILLIPS – 1:32
Composer: Bill Dixon - PAPYRUS #2 – 12:13
Composer: Bill Dixon & Tony Oxley - PYXIS – 4:33
Composer: Bill Dixon - SQUARES – 7:07
Composer: Bill Dixon - EPIGRAPHY – 8:19
Composer: Bill Dixon - SINE QUA NON #2 – 6:54
Composer: Bill Dixon - COUPLET – 5:20
Composer: Bill Dixon - FOUR: VI: 1998 – 10:23
Composer: Bill Dixon - CRAWLSPACE – 13:14
Composer: Bill Dixon - SURI-MONO: LOUISE WADE – 3:04
Composer: Bill Dixon
Publishers / Release Information
This album is released by Soul Note and is part of the renowned series documenting Bill Dixon’s most adventurous musical explorations. The compositions are published by Metamorphosis Music (BMI) with additional licensing through Tony Oxley Music and other international performing rights organizations (PRS MCPS, IREC, SPA, SIAE). Papyrus Volume II stands as a testament to the artist’s unyielding commitment to creative expression and the evolution of free jazz.
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