Streams of Consciousness - Chapter 1

by Julian Douglas

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This world percussion music attempts to illustrate a kind of musical experience that is at the root of what I love about the universality of rhythm. When there's not a pandemic, people from any part of the world can come together and share rhythm and find that while the dialects may be different, it's a common language. Through this universal communication, citizens of the world can find greater connection with one another which fosters peace and understanding.

This music is improvisation based on a basic structure of four sections. I didn't know what I was going to play until I started playing. Each layer is a response to the layers that came before. I'm using polyrhythm and counterpoint to create a stratified tapestry. My focus was on the feeling and momentum of the rhythm. Some of you will be familiar with what I'm doing here. Feel free to dance!

This work was created as part of an online event hosted by the Shruti Foundation to benefit artists who are dealing with challenges during the pandemic (which is all of us really). I was given a week to conceive, record, mix and edit about 20 minutes of music/media together.

I learned that delivering on a production of this type would benefit from me having a faster computer. Anyone who would like to support my work can contribute via paypal to productions@resonantmind.com - Thank you!

The Shruti Foundation & Shruti School of Music Inspiring & Uniting the World through the Power of Music & Dance - specializing in Indian Classical Music.

Frame drums by Cooperman
jembe by Dog Star

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released April 30, 2021

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Julian Douglas Bloomington, Indiana

Julian Douglas is a percussionist and composer of contemporary world music and a founding member of the world percussion ensemble Rhythm Quest. Influences include traditions from the African diaspora, Asia, and the Middle East, but his focus has been on the creation of new music that seeks to honor the beauty and brilliance of the world’s traditions with an eye toward creativity and innovation. ... more

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