Impromptus, by Daniel Kemshell & Olly Chalk

Impromptus

by Daniel Kemshell & Olly Chalk

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1.	Iska 03:32	buy track
2.	Rodney 03:11	buy track
3.	Liberty 01:27	buy track
4.	Eyes 02:44	buy track
5.	Charcoal 03:07	buy track

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"Impromptus" presents a collaboration between Daniel Kemshell (guitar) and Olly Chalk (piano/synthesizer), featuring five short pieces that seamlessly blend written compositions with electronic sound-sculpting and orchestrated free improvisations. Kemshell and Chalk navigate the expansive sonic landscapes of their instruments with fluidity, transitioning between moments of deep-space beauty and heavy distorted dissonance.

The EP opens with three pieces composed by Daniel, inspired by his exploration of serialist writing and influenced by Richard Rodney Bennett's 1968 impromptus for guitar. Tracks four and five, composed by Olly, offer a contrasting yet complementary perspective, delving into the electronic nature of the project with a more minimalistic approach.

This duo looks forward to evolving their sound together and continuing their musical development. With "Impromptus," they share a snapshot of their creative process and invite listeners to join them on their ongoing exploration of music and collaboration.

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released August 4, 2023

‘ISKA', 'RODNEY' & 'LIBERTY' WRITTEN BY DANIEL KEMSHELL

‘EYES' & 'CHARCOAL' WRITTEN BY OLLY CHALK

DANIEL KEMSHELL - GUITAR/FX
OLLY CHALK - PIANO/SYNTHESISER

MIX BY LUKE MORRISH-THOMAS

MASTER BY PETER BECKMANN / TECHNOLOGYWORKS

DIGITAL ARTWORK BY HUGO PIPER

RECORDED ON THE 28TH AND 29TH APRIL 2022 BY NICK TAYLOR AT PORCUPINE STUDIOS

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Daniel Kemshell London, UK

Daniel Kemshell is a London based guitarist originally from Aberdeen, Scotland. Focussing on the fields of improvisation, composition and contemporary music on guitar, he has been described as “a very promising soloist” (London Jazz News) and “an impressive young guitarist with a lovely tone.” (Birmingham Jazz) ... more