{"product_id":"the-harmonics-1st-album-boundless","title":"The HarmonicS - 1st Album [Boundless]","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo trailblazing artists from different fields—harmonicist Park Jong-seong and classical saxophonist Brandon Choi—have teamed up to create the project duo ensemble \u003cem\u003eThe Harmonics\u003c\/em\u003e, releasing their debut album, \u003cem\u003eBoundless\u003c\/em\u003e. The ensemble of harmonica and saxophone is novel and bold, showcasing the unique musical tones of both instruments and the two artists’ shared spirit of exploration. The album title, \u003cem\u003eBoundless\u003c\/em\u003e, which means \"to transcend boundaries,\" hints at their free-spirited musical journey that breaks genre and style barriers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough harmonica and saxophone both emerged in the 1840s and share nearly 200 years of history, they’ve often been met with prejudice and misconceptions on mainstream stages. Following in the footsteps of legendary musicians who forged paths for these instruments, Park and Choi have also expanded the musical potential of harmonica and classical saxophone through recitals, chamber music, orchestral collaborations, and premieres of new works, including commissions and first-time performances in Korea. In addition, they’ve committed to cultivating a lasting presence for these instruments through initiatives like founding orchestras, conducting, establishing academies and associations, engaging in international exchange, and recording albums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis album features a diverse selection that bridges the familiar and the novel, spanning classical music, jazz, popular music, film scores, and contemporary pieces. The core trio includes harmonica, classical saxophone, and piano, with cello, guitar, and bass on select tracks, adding richness to the ensemble. \"The harmonica offers a warm, lyrical, sometimes playful sound, while the classical saxophone is bold and dazzling, yet carries the softness and depth of a woodwind,\" note Park and Choi. The chemistry of these contrasting timbres across genres offers listeners a fresh auditory experience. A booklet provides insights from both musicians for each track, inviting listeners to connect deeply with each piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eBoundless\u003c\/em\u003e is a testament to the passion and adventurous spirit of these two musicians, a gift of innovation and musical joy that transcends boundaries to deliver unique harmonies and profound listening pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• TRACK LIST\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e01 The HarmonicS - 김재원\u003cbr\u003e02 Trio for Viola, Alto sax and Piano, 1st mvt - Russell Peterson\u003cbr\u003e03 Pavane Op.50 - Gabriel Faure\u003cbr\u003e04 Kazabue - Oshima Michiru\u003cbr\u003e05 The Good, the Bad and the Ugly - Ennio Morricone\u003cbr\u003e06 La Cumparsita - Gerardo Matos Rodriguez\u003cbr\u003e07 Sabre Dance - Aram Khachaturian\u003cbr\u003e08 Libertango - Astor Piazzolla\u003cbr\u003e09 얼음 연못 - 두 번째 달\u003cbr\u003e10 걱정 말아요 그대 - 들국화\u003cbr\u003e11 회상 - 산울림\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The HarmonicS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48334258831668,"sku":"MA1017","price":15.86,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0676\/4665\/2724\/files\/the-harmonics-1st-album-boundless-best-kpop-store-489775.jpg?v=1730522909","url":"https:\/\/baro7.com\/it\/products\/the-harmonics-1st-album-boundless","provider":"Baro7","version":"1.0","type":"link"}