Decoda

May 10, 2024

Decoda
Label: Bright Shiny Things

About the Album

DECODA is the debut album of the chamber music collective, Decoda. Marking the ensemble’s first decade of eclectic and impactful concert experiences, this record features the world premiere recording of Revelry by Valerie Coleman, original arrangements of Three Rags by William Bolcom, and Reza Vali’s captivating duo, Folk Songs (Set No. 9). Together, these works reflect the human desire to connect through revelry and celebration. The affiliate ensemble of Carnegie Hall, Decoda has been praised by the New York Times as “refreshing in the extreme” and by Time Out NY as “some of the brightest young classical musicians in the world…”.The Decoda ensemble members featured on this debut album comprise an all star cast of chamber musicians and soloists, including GRAMMY winners and nominees. Decoda is incredibly grateful to Tippet Rise Art Center, and to Peter and Cathy Halstead and their incredible creative team for the gift of such a beautiful and inspiring recording experience.

Track List

  1. Valerie Coleman: Revelry
    • I. Mysterio
    • II. War
  2. Reza Vali: Folk Songs Set No. 9 for Flute and Cello
    • I. Largo
    • II. Molto allegro
    • III. Andante
    • IV. Molto vivace
    • V. Adagio
    • VI. Allegro scherzando
    • VII. Lullaby (Adagio)
    • VIII. Molto allegro
  3. William Bolcom: Three Rags:
    • Incineratorag (arr. by Anna Elashvili)
    • Graceful Ghost (arr. by Nathan D. Schram)
    • Poltergeist (arr. by Hamilton Berry)