This unique composition is a symphony of glass sound effects, artfully utilising the
delicate chimes of gliding glass alongside the dramatic crescendos of shattered
fragments. By exclusively relying on glass sound effects, the piece is challenging
traditional notions of musical instrumentation, opening up a new horizons where
the fragility of glass transforms into a source of extraordinary beauty and
complexity. Digital advancements have played a pivotal role in shaping and refining
the overall outcome of the piece. Through the use of software and sound
manipulation techniques, the composer has been able to seamlessly weave
together disparate glass sounds into a cohesive and evocative auditory
experience. As the piece unfolds, the glass sounds meld into a harmonious
tapestry, while the breaking elements rhythmically punctuate the composition,
serving as unexpected percussion. Through this convergence, we witness the
emergence of a new frontier where creativity knows no bounds, and the
boundaries between the tangible and the digital dissolve in the pursuit of artistic
Excellence.
Jim Kakes (a.k.a. Dimitrios Kakes), born and raised in Athens, Greece is a musician,
songwriter, composer and versatile producer. Currently residing in London, he regularly
releases new music, either as a solo artist/producer or through collaboration with other
artists. With a strong academic background, his training includes a BA in Classical
Harmony and an MA in Songwriting, the latter completed at the University of East
London. His earlier research focuses on topics such as "Composing music in the box",
"The impact of contrasting genres and cross-cultural musical styles in songwriting" and
"Inspiration and Evolution: Rap Into Ethnic Music”. He has written over a staggering 100
songs, performed more than 100 shows across Europe including 10 cities and 30
countries.
