Elegua
Elegua records is an independent label specializing in live recordings and limited editions. at a crossroads of cultures, the synthesis of ancient and modern aesthetics is at the heart of the label’s mission.
Polyphtong
Polyphtong was conceived as a live quadraphonic composition for voice and computer. It was premiered at Stanford University in March of 2012. In August of 2013, Blonk radically reworked the piece to create the stereo version presented on this album. All sounds heard in it are derived from Blonk's vocals. Spatial placement and movement are extended by electronic means. The phonetic concepts of diphtong and approximant are an important focus in the more meditative sectons of the work. It also uses…