The London Percussion Ensemble's latest album, Salzedo Mayer Grey LP, is a stunning display of percussion prowess. The ensemble's precision and technical ability are on full display throughout the album, which features works by composers such as Carlos Salzedo, David Mayer, and Simon Grey.
The album opens with Salzedo's "Rumba," a lively and rhythmic piece that showcases the ensemble's ability to create complex polyrhythms and dynamic shifts. Mayer's "Marimba Spiritual" is a hauntingly beautiful work that highlights the expressive capabilities of the marimba, while Grey's "The Machine Stops" is a frenetic and energetic piece that will leave listeners breathless.
Throughout the album, the London Percussion Ensemble demonstrates an impressive range of musical styles and techniques. From the delicate and intricate textures of "Circles" by Steve Reich to the driving rhythms of "Pulse" by Mark Applebaum, the ensemble shows that they are equally adept at exploring the nuances of contemporary classical music as they are at delivering a high-energy performance.