A Red Score in Tile

Originally released as a limited edition LP on the Three Poplars label in 2003, now available on CD for the first time ever. Inspired by James Elaine's painting of the same name.

"Composed way back in 1979, A Red Score In Tile eventually surfaced as a vinyl-only edition in 2003. Made up of piano, this shows Basinski's patented tape-loop technique perfectly and still stands as one of his most affecting pieces of music. Piano notes are transformed into tones by the slowly disintegrating tape, and the loops become motifs all of their own. The beauty of Basinski's work is in its patience, and this early piece is a testament to that overwhelming skill, a skill that few others possess. Put this on, lie back and prepare to spend forty-five minutes in paradise."