Composed in 2016 amidst the shifting political landscape in the US of that year. A four-part work for string quartet and improvising rhythm section.
credits
released October 12, 2018
Matthew Sheens, Piano
John Patitucci, Bass
Kenneth Salters, Drums
Adam Barnett-Hart, Violin 1
Joel Link, Violin 2
Milena Pajaro-van de Stadt, Viola
Brook Speltz, Cello
Produced by Matthew Sheens
Recorded at Oktaven Audio Studios, Mount Vernon West, NY,
September 2017. Engineered by Ryan Streber.
Mixed and mastered by David Darlington at Bass Hit Studios, NY
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