(from SCALE Collection)
The idea of scale within the context of music has vast potential; interpretations could range from literal (scales - dorian, major, minor, octatonic etc) or relative (instrumentation, structure, volume and pace) to much broader perspectives like production and concept. London label Bigo and Twigetti commissioned 17 musicians to create 17 pieces for the first anthology release for the label titled Scale. Jim Perkins, the label’s creative director, selected a spectrum of artists both new and familiar to the label, some who prefer a traditional approach to those who experiment with manipulating instruments, noise and field recordings. The artists were chosen for their interesting perspective of composition or production and whose style fits with the label's aesthetic; a blend of classical, electronica and sound design. Laura Masotto contributed to the Collection with two pieces: “Quantica” and “To Learn and Grow” composed with Philip G Anderson.
Atlanta composer Philip G Anderson focused on the growth and scale of the human mind. “People never stop learning, never stop growing, constantly gaining new experiences and perspectives over their lifetime.” He reflected this idea by beginning with minimal instrumentation and a very dry muted sound which is eventually joined by expanded instrumentation, parts, and textures, which by the end, says Philip, “the
sense of scale and depth has intensified through reverb, instrumentation, and energy.”
Italian composer Laura Masotto chose the viola and violin to convey the concept of scale not only because of the corresponding shapes but the sounds produced. Travelling in perfect parallel throughout the piece, Laura explores the scale of the natural harmonic ratio between the two instruments.
Format: Digital
Release date: 2019
Label: Bigo and Twigetti
