Glass Web

This NFT piece is a minimalist exploration of rhythm, harmony, and texture, created using the Roli Seaboard Grand piano and the Arturia CS-80v synthesizer. The Roli Seaboard Grand is a groundbreaking instrument, offering a multidimensional playing experience with its soft, expressive surface that allows for continuous control over pitch, timbre, and dynamics. The CS-80v, a software emulation of the iconic Yamaha CS-80, is revered for its lush, analog sound and unparalleled expressiveness, making it a favorite among pioneers of electronic music. Together, these tools create a rich sonic palette that forms the foundation of this project.

The piece consists of two identical two-bar tracks, one playing at 35bpm and the other at 36bpm. This subtle tempo difference creates a drifting effect, where harmonies, rhythms, and textures continuously evolve, producing unexpected and mesmerizing patterns. To further enhance the vintage, wobbly tape sound, the CS-80v was processed through the Arturia Tape Mello-Fi, adding warmth and character reminiscent of early analog tape loops. This project pays tribute to the pioneering tape loop experiments of Steve Reich, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in the hypnotic interplay of shifting rhythms and harmonies. Experience the drift effect and discover the ever-changing soundscape it creates.

I hope you enjoy the music! Love, Fendel