Released on September 4, 2015, via Firehouse 12 Records, is the first solo guitar album from avant-garde jazz luminary Mary Halvorson . Known for her work in various ensembles, this project captures a rare, solitary look at her singular voice through ten interpretations of modern jazz and contemporary compositions. The Vision Behind the Album
A pivotal moment in the album's development was Halvorson's experience opening for (King Buzzo) of the Melvins. The intensity of those performances inspired her to dive deeper into the possibilities of solo guitar. Signature Sound & Performance Mary Halvorson - Meltframe (2015, Firehouse 12)
Halvorson uses her trademark and pitch-shifting effects to warp melodies into what some critics describe as "Dalí’s clocks". The album is noted for its range of textures, from "hard-rock riff-fests" to "desolate pools of melancholy". Released on September 4, 2015, via Firehouse 12
In contrast, her cover of Duke Ellington's "Solitude" is performed with infinite patience and a shimmering, clean tone. Tracklist & Production The intensity of those performances inspired her to
Originally intended to focus on jazz standards, the album evolved into a "personal statement" that traces Halvorson's musical path through pieces she deeply admires. The tracklist ranges from jazz giants like and Ornette Coleman to her own contemporaries.
The album was produced by longtime collaborator and recorded over two days at Firehouse 12 in New Haven, CT, without any overdubs. Original Composer Cascades Oliver Nelson Blood Annette Peacock Cheshire Hotel Noël Akchoté Sadness Ornette Coleman Solitude Duke Ellington Ida Lupino Carla Bley Aisha McCoy Tyner Platform Chris Lightcap When Tomas Fujiwara Leola Roscoe Mitchell Source: Discogs , AllMusic Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Halvorson Mary : Meltframe