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Cuckoo: Seven new works for violin

by Steve Bingham

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    Cuckoo is the sixth solo album from acclaimed UK violinist Steve Bingham, and consists of premiere recordings of seven pieces, all commissioned by Bingham. Utilising everything from solo acoustic violin to 6-string electric violin, loops and recorded birdsong - via electronic backing, multi-layered violins and delay effects - it’s a heady mix of styles and compositional approaches which Bingham takes in his stride, revelling not only in the differences between the works but also in the unexpected links that crop up; palindromic elements, birdsong, loss and more.

    Cuckoo confirms Bingham as a truly eclectic performer, following - as it does - albums that included pop covers, the Bach D minor Partita, film music by Michael Nyman, improvisation and more. Bingham writes: “On this album I wanted to explore the juxtaposition of seemingly disparate music which is bound together by one straightforward element - the violin. The album has been possible because of the creativity of seven very talented composers, and I’m proud to have been able to record these works for the very first time.”

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Last Drop: I (Kevin Flanagan) 02:07
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Last Drop: II (Kevin Flanagan) 02:22
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Last Drop: III (Kevin Flanagan) 01:03
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Last Drop: IV (Kevin Flanagan) 02:10
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Salamander (Wayne Siegel) 10:59
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Bingham Variations (Steve Crowther) 13:56
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Ad Infinitum (Sadie Harrison) 05:47
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Three Palindromic Pieces: I. Flee to me remote elf (Colin Riley) 01:48
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Three Palindromic Pieces: II. Eve (Colin Riley) 05:14
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Three Palindromic Pieces: III. Too hot to hoot (Colin Riley) 03:08
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Re-Turning: I. Round robin (Simon Speare) 02:51
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Re-Turning: II. Dusk (Simon Speare) 01:49
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Re-Turning: III. Moon song (Simon Speare) 03:19
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Re-Turning: IV. Dawn Chorus (Simon Speare) 03:27
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Cuckoo (Rowan Alfred) 07:40
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Cuckoo is the sixth solo album from acclaimed UK violinist Steve Bingham, and consists of premiere recordings of seven pieces, all commissioned by Bingham. Utilising everything from solo acoustic violin to 6-string electric violin, loops and recorded birdsong - via electronic backing, multi-layered violins and delay effects - it’s a heady mix of styles and compositional approaches which Bingham takes in his stride, revelling not only in the differences between the works but also in the unexpected links that crop up; palindromic elements, birdsong, loss and more.

Cuckoo confirms Bingham as a truly eclectic performer, following - as it does - albums that included pop covers, the Bach D minor Partita, film music by Michael Nyman, improvisation and more. Bingham writes: “On this album I wanted to explore the juxtaposition of seemingly disparate music which is bound together by one straightforward element - the violin. The album has been possible because of the creativity of seven very talented composers, and I’m proud to have been able to record these works for the very first time.”

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released February 9, 2024

Recorded, mixed and mastered by Mark Fawcett of "Fish Need Snorkels"

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Steve Bingham Cambridge, UK

Steve is a classically trained violinist with an international reputation. His varied musical portfolio includes chamber music, orchestral playing, conducting and solo work over a huge range of styles and genres. His trademark solo recitals mix acoustic violin with looped electric violin in an eclectic mix of highly enjoyable music! ... more

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