Quaeschningpresents a fully developed thematic work with an ensemble cast, including players on guitars, synths, drums, bass, clarinet, voice, and something called an Irish Bouzouki. The end result provides a compelling story in music and words.
It plays very much like a soundtrack, part symphony, part synthesizers and rock music.
Some tracks are upbeat, some are uplifting, and some are low-key, even sad, such as “Waving Goodbye, Waving Waving.” Titles seems to describe scenes and dialogue, adding to the story line. Often the music has powerful emotional impact, as on the majestic, sweeping “Knock Knock” and “Demeter-morph,” both aided by a strong rhythmic component that really drives the music home.
More relaxed moods are explored equally effectively on gentler numbers such as “Sleep well, Elisabeth.” Both the quieter and louder tracks have strong guitar solos, and the one here is particularly nice, adding depth without overpowering the softer elements.
On the other hand, “Scholmance Trance” totally rocks!
