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Metier Records proudly presents InchResonating Earth,Inch the latest album by acclaimed pianist Carolyn Enger. Resulting from a multimedia project, developed in collaboration with producer and video artist Elliott Forrest, visual artist Myles Aronowitz, and photographer/activist J. Henry Fair, the work addresses the urgent climate crisis through the transformative power of music and art.Resonating Earth emerged from Enger's profound connection to nature and her dedication to environmental activism. Living in a wooden house outside Manhattan, Enger draws inspiration from the natural vibrations of her seven-foot Steinway piano, her personal yoga and meditation practices, and her profound love for the planet. This album, born from those inspirations, offers a sonic environment conducive to contemplation and openness, featuring a diverse collection of compositions that span multiple generations and schools of thought.The album opens and closes with works by Meredith Monk, whose pieces InchQuarry WaltzInch and InchEllis IslandInch frame the program with themes of totalitarianism and the promise of freedom. Interwoven throughout are compositions by Marcos Balter, Nico Muhly, Wolfgang Rihm, Missy Mazzoli, John Cage, John Luther Adams, Philip Glass, Iman Habibi, Caroline Shaw, and Sean Hickey-each bringing unique perspectives and emotional depth to the project.Key highlights include Marcos Balter's Bagatelle A piece filled with simple, spare gestures fading into chasms of silence, creating a resonant environment for reflection.Nico Muhly's Lilt Broadcasting assurance through steady rising fourths and hymn-like melody.John Luther Adams's Nunataks Inspired by the solitary peaks of glaciers, evoking human isolation and vulnerability in the face of climate change.Iman Habibi's in the brittle quietude Reflecting on the pandemic's impact and hoping for a more equitable and cons
