The Fragile Corridor by Michael Burritt
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The Fragile Corridor is my first venture into composing with electronics. I have long been intrigued by the idea of writing for acoustic instruments paired with timbres outside our typical sound world. I was taken by Pat Metheny’s recording project, "Orchestrion," where he created a massive electronic orchestra as a platform to perform his compositions with. There was an energy in this that I had not found in most electronic mediums and it inspired me to consider something similar. Additionally, I was compelled by the idea of adding this element to my programming not as a replacement for works performed with live ensembles, but rather as a unique palette to pair with the existing repertoire. I composed and orchestrated the work, then collaborated with my good friend and amazing musician Matt Curlee to create the sounds heard in "The Fragile Corridor." Matt's understanding of my musical instincts and creative genius helped me bring this project come to life.
The following excerpt from Night Film by Marisha Pessl was the inspiration for the title:
“It was a covert line of attack described in Sun Tzu’s The Art of War. Your enemy expected the direct approach. He prepared for it and fiercely fought it off, resulting in severe casualties, the expenditure of major resources-and, ultimately, your own defeat. And yet, occasionally, there was another entrance, the fragile corridor. Your enemy never expected advancement via this route because it was labyrinthine and treacherous, and he often didn’t even know it was there. But if your army managed to make it through, it would deliver you not just behind your enemy’s lines but to his inner chamber, the heart of his heart.”
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Been watching since I stumbled upon that masterpiece "Catching Shadows". Thank you for your musical contributions.
Michael Burrit one of the best percussionist and educator.
@shadowchasers62
4 жыл бұрын
JesúsRivera Percussion Thanks for the kind words!
When I listen to pieces like this, with an electronic portion just programmed, I always think of how cool it would be to arrange them for the Malletstation since I've gotten to play on one recently and I love it. This piece was still fantastic and I love the inspiration behind it.
@shadowchasers62
4 жыл бұрын
Percussionistry thanks! Glad you enjoy it
This grooves so hard!
Inspirational. Beautiful.
That was fun, Mike. I usually dredd listening to marimba and tape pieces, but the contrasts of mood between the marimba and vibes sections was nice, and the electronics were not overbearing...
This is a moving piece.
すごい！ ”表現の悦楽"
Yes Brother!! Sounds fantastic and with the best groove as always!!! Thanks for sharing your wonderful music making!!!
@shadowchasers62
4 жыл бұрын
Anders Åstrand thanks so much brother! You are such a great inspiration
Awesome piece, MJB!! Cheers!!
@shadowchasers62
4 жыл бұрын
Jarryd Elias thanks man!
Where have you been? I love this and will be a new fan for ever!
When i was a kid in the 60's there was a TV show called Untamed World, the opening music kind of reminds me of this?
Wow! So cool. Adding to the bucket list!
Lovely music!
@shadowchasers62
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Steve! I hope you and your family are well my friend!
@stevefalkpercussion1
4 жыл бұрын
@@shadowchasers62 Hi Michael we are doing fine thanks. I hope you and your family are also well. I'm looking forward to seeing more of your awesome videos and hopefully catching you out in Australia again some time soon.
This is one of those grooves that makes me want to drum along on my pad. Thanks for sharing your creations with the world.
Another awesome piece! Kudos Mr. Burritt!!! 👏👏👏
This groove in this one is so strong it reaches my soul, another awesome work Mr. Burritt!
I jumped 1:40 in and immediately thought "wait, is this Orchestrion by Pat Metheny?!" :)
I like your works!! Beautiful, thanks for sharing it!!
Nice piece Definately gonna play it if the sheet music is for sale!! Where did you film this video because this hall looks beautiful? Greetings from Austria Lukas
@rogerlevy5922
4 жыл бұрын
Rochester New York. Kodak hall, Eastman school of music. Hometown of Joe Locke, who endorses Malletech instruments . Love ya, Joe.
@shadowchasers62
4 жыл бұрын
Glad you you like it! It will be available soon at www.mostlymarimba.com
Are those Tony Miceli's vibe mallets? Thanks for the he great video
@shadowchasers62
4 жыл бұрын
yes they are!
Hi Michael, amazing piece I discovered recently from a friend. Would you be able to tell me exactly what mallets you're are using in this video please?
@shadowchasers62
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Daniel, thanks for the nice comment about the piece! I used a set of Toni Micelli mallets made by Malletech. (TM16) I also used a set of my mallets MB 13's for the four mallet passages on marimba.
The bass guitar sound sounds like it must be a Chapman Stick sample instrument.
Awesome where can I find the music?
@shadowchasers62
4 жыл бұрын
Justin Douté glad you like it! It will be available soon at www.mostlymarimba.com
but as good as 1080 and 1440 and even 4k videos show on YT, they're still no comparison to the real thing. movie. if you have the original file a DVD would really showcase the mastery . IF NOT, too bad. That's what my whole polemic has been with the bands on the FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE. They never wanted to hear the original thing!! And because they did not I missed some key renditions. However my plans for DVD s and movies have not been derailed, except for a cracked 32GB card which I'm hoping will come back to life someday with enough engineering. congratulations on this, it's really superb and fantastic, and I invite you to view my compliations on this (my) YT channel.
@axelgray260
2 жыл бұрын
true
@fremontvideos3236
2 жыл бұрын
@@axelgray260 😱
Is it possible to purchase the music score?
@shadowchasers62
4 жыл бұрын
Yes check out www.mostlymarimba.com
@genli1153
4 жыл бұрын
Michael Burritt So I searched everywhere from that website but still can’t find it. Please double check with the website thx!
@shadowchasers62
4 жыл бұрын
@@genli1153 I have looked into this and it should be available by next week. Not sure why there is a hold up. Give a until a week from today. Thanks for your patience and interest in the music!
@AtempaMusic
4 жыл бұрын
@@shadowchasers62 Do you know the estimated time of when the piece will be available on the site, it is not there at the moment. thanks
@shadowchasers62
4 жыл бұрын
@@AtempaMusic Kevin I am sorry for delay on this. Very frustrating! I just emailed the publisher and should have it ready any day. Thanks for your interest in the piece!