{"id":11365,"date":"2026-02-12T11:07:51","date_gmt":"2026-02-12T10:07:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kessel-tamerus.nl\/Esthers_Blog\/?p=11365"},"modified":"2026-02-12T11:07:56","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T10:07:56","slug":"duncan-parsons-%f0%9f%87%ac%f0%9f%87%a7-music-for-stairlifts-vol-3-listening-to-subtitles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kessel-tamerus.nl\/Esthers_Blog\/en\/rock\/duncan-parsons-%f0%9f%87%ac%f0%9f%87%a7-music-for-stairlifts-vol-3-listening-to-subtitles\/","title":{"rendered":"Duncan Parsons \ud83c\uddec\ud83c\udde7 Music for Stairlifts (Vol 3): Listening To Subtitles"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Multi-instrumentalist Duncan Parsons came up with \u2018Music for Stairlifts\u2019 as an experiment in improvisation, which he does entirely solo. No drums, No drums, just various guitars, bass, and a Rhodes. On part three, there’s one more instrument: the celesta. Most tracks open with a single instrument, and step by step, more instruments (and vocals) are added. Both wordless and fantasy vocals are used as instruments.
There are quite a few repetitions, but subtle additions and\/or details keep it fascinating. Even when the rhythms clash, the balance is maintained. The blend of high and low tones is remarkable, as is the contrast between rhythm and melody. The tracks are intriguing: sometimes minimalistic and complex at the same time. There are a few accelerations or unexpected twists. The ambient music includes funk and a touch of rock. The sound quality is good, allowing both the details and the blends to come into their own. ‘Music for Stairlifts (Vol 3): Listening To Subtitles’ is a unique album to enjoy in peace and quiet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(8\/10) (Own Management)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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