吉村弘 / Surround (Blue Vinyl LP)

Hiroshi Yoshimura’s Vision:

“If Surround can be listened to as music that’s as close to air itself, allowing us to enter each listener’s sound scenery, or as something that exists within a new perspective, expanding the middle ground between sound and music, and transforming it into a comfortable space, it would be much appreciated.” — Hiroshi Yoshimura

The Album:

Surround was originally created as a commission from home builder Misawa Homes in 1986, intended to enhance the living spaces they constructed. Hiroshi Yoshimura, a pioneer in environmental music, brought this vision to life. His previous works, including “Music For Nine Post Cards” (1982), reflected his expertise in designing sound environments for public spaces and museums.

A Sonic Journey:

In his original notes, Yoshimura recommends that Surround be placed in the same category of sounds as everyday life, such as footsteps, air conditioning hums, or the clinking of a spoon in a coffee cup. With the addition of the city’s outside noise, you may discover a new perspective on Surround’s soothing embrace.

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曲目

Side A

1. Time After Time

2. Surround

3. Something Blue

Side B

1. Time Forest

2. Water Planet

3. Green Shower