Aguas da Amazonia

Editorial Reviews
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Uakti's Aguas de Amazona is a splendid suite of liquid light manifesting itself in nine riverlike tunes that splash, wend, trickle, and gush toward the fantastical changeling closer, "Metamorphosis." A Brazilian ensemble, Uakti (pronounced wah-keh-chee) weave a chordal interplay of strings, woodwinds, and homemade percussion pieces that create complex and exotic contrapuntal melodies evoking both wind chimes and dancing water. Fittingly, the group takes its name from a mythic Amazonian creature who, as legend tells, was an enormous entity with holes running through its body, and as it would run through the forest, the wind would pass through its orifices, creating a magically beautiful music. Adding to the great pleasure of this project is the group's collaboration with renowned composer Philip Glass, whose experimental and classical blend finds itself well met in the enchanting hands of Uakti. Highly recommended for fans of Moondog, Harry Partch, Paul Winter, the Kronos Quartet, and Glenn Branca. --Paige La Grone

Tracks:

Tiquie River
Japura River
Purus River
Negro River
Madeira River
Tapajos River
Paru River
Xingu River
Amazon River
Metamorphosis I

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Uakti's Aguas de Amazona is a splendid suite of liquid light manifesting itself in nine riverlike tunes that splash, wend, trickle, and gush toward the fantastical changeling closer, "Metamorphosis." A Brazilian ensemble, Uakti (pronounced wah-keh-chee) weave a chordal interplay of strings, woodwinds, and homemade percussion pieces that create complex and exotic contrapuntal melodies evoking both wind chimes and dancing water. Fittingly, the group takes its name from a mythic Amazonian creature who, as legend tells, was an enormous entity with holes running through its body, and as it would run through the forest, the wind would pass through its orifices, creating a magically beautiful music. Adding to the great pleasure of this project is the group's collaboration with renowned composer Philip Glass, whose experimental and classical blend finds itself well met in the enchanting hands of Uakti. Highly recommended for fans of Moondog, Harry Partch, Paul Winter, the Kronos Quartet, and Glenn Branca. --Paige La Grone

Customer Reviews:

Glass al Fresco.......2007-07-11

Start with one quart Amazon water. Mix in 1/2 cup Glass bullion. Add 1 tbs fresh exotic percussion. Pinch in flute, tabla, xylophone, pepper pipes and marimba root. A vivacious CD of fast tempoed rhythms and floating melodies. These modern compositions are harmoniously integrated into instruments of nature. The choice of instruments is well calculated, remaining close to the model of nature which Glass intended. A liquid rhythum dominates from the background as swirling melodies enlighten this musical experience. Every time I play this CD my spirit lightens. And thats beautiful.

Absolutely fabulous!.......2007-01-08

I am a rabid Glass fan. I have 16 of his CDs, yet was a bit skittish about purchasing one more. This masterpiece is just that. A masterpiece. Possibly one of his finest. UAKTI a fine group of musicians perform wonderfully with driving beats, skill, style and an excellent "feel" for Glass's sense of direction and "vision". A wonderful CD to listen at any time. Don't expect Enya to croon "Orinico Flow" on this gem. My two favorites are "Paru River" and "Xingu River". See if you don't agree! If you are a Philip Glass fan this is a must have.

not a glass fan.......2006-08-18

I am not a fan of Philip Glass because I get tired with his music, but in this case the instruments save the day. The echoes and dripping sounds make you feel immersed in another kind of atmosphere. It is extremely different to the point that it alerts you to start listening to your daily sounds from a new angle. The rhythms are very lively yet soothing. I saw this group on the DVD "sede de peixe" (fish's thirst) by Milton Nascimento: they perform one song there.

Good combo.......2005-09-29

Seemed to be a good collaboration Uakti and Glass. The instrumentation of Uakti with the minimalism of Glass sounded great together, kind of primordial. Worth buying, I recommend it for anyone with a sense of adventure...

A Meandering Journey.......2005-08-07

A meandering journey such as how a river flows. This album is really good for relaxation and quiet sonic exploration. It is very peaceful. Probably can cool your nerves. I wish more of it was like track 2, but it is satisfactory anyway.

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Philip Glass : Aguas da Amazonia

Manufacturer: Orange Mountain Music
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000HWY5ZW
Release Date: 2006-08-22

Tracks:

Tiquie River
Japura River
Purus River
Negro River
Madeira River
Tapajos River
Paru River
Xingu River
Amazon River
Metamorphosis I

Product Description

Philip Glass's serious work in the field of "world music" was recognized long before the term entered popular vocabulary. One of the most fruitful experiences was with Uakti - Aguas da Amazonia, composed by Philip Glass and performed by the Brazilain ensamble Uakti (pronounced wah-keh-chee), an aural journey through the waters of the Amazon. Over the last 20 years, the award winning experimental group Uakti has develpoed a major international following. After being introduced to Glass by Paul Simon, Uakti and Glass composed a work together for Grupo Corpo, a Brazilian dance Company. The goup has delighted audiences and crossed musical genres for decades. Constructing all their own instruments, Uakti takes their name from a Brazilaian Indian legend who had holes all over his body and as he ran through the forest, the wind passed through his body making fantastic unusual sounds.

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Delightful to listen to
The Amazon. Source found.

Aguas da Amazonia
Uakti & Phillip Glass
Manufacturer: Sonhos E Sons
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Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00005OR8L
Release Date: 2000-06-19

Tracks:

Tiquiiver
Japuriver
Purus River
Negro River
Madeira River
Tapajiver
Paru River
Xingu River
Amazon River
Metamorphosis I

Album Details

A New Work by this Instrumental Group from Minas Gerais. All 10 Pieces were Composed by American Minimalist Composer Philip Glass. Inspired by the Rivers of the Amazon.

Customer Reviews:

Delightful to listen to.......2006-01-29

At first, when I bought this CD, I was a little nervous about what I would hear. I didn't, in all honesty, know what I was buying, but when I got home and actually listened to it, I was very pleased. Glass, yet again, has created a work which ia both beautiful and exhilerating with its simple, repetative rhythms but can somehow keeps the listener listening. I'd say this is a must-have for any Glass fan.

The Amazon. Source found........2005-05-21

If you have found your way here looking for exotic hynotica, then here is your pleasure. If Philip Glass intrigues you -- then you've stumbled across his hidden treasure.

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