The second day of the Denovali festival was held at the lovely old church, St Johns in Hackney, the previous day`s proceedings being held at Café Oto.
Day two kicked off with Moon Zero, solely in the figure of Londoner Tim Garrett. After recording his latest offering `Loss` in solitude and in churches it was totally fitting that we get to hear it in all its beauty in a church. Thunderous electronics get us under way, before Tim repeatedly plays a symbol with a bow, which is looped as the piece builds. Layer upon layer of pulsating rhythms, all without percussion create this ethereal piece. There`s a film projected onto the wall behind, I can`t quite make it out but its looks like a Japanese graduation day from the 60`s. At times the whole church seems too vibrated but I find it all very relaxing. This is my first ...
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