HARRY BERTOIA Sonambient Complete Collection (2021 US 11-disc
boxset; Beginning in the 1950’s, renowned sculptor Harry Bertoia
(1915-1978) created the term "Sonambient" to describe the sound and
environment created by his beautiful metal sculptures. He curated a
massive selection of his sculptures and gongs, resulting in a
harmonious orchestra of his metal works, and recorded these sound
experiments late into the night. In 1978, in the final months of his life,
he selected tapes from his archive and produced 10 more records. He
wouldn't live long enough to see them through production, but they
became legendary releases (and quite valuable) in the art/audio
world. This complete Sonambient LP collection features all 11 of
Bertoia’s original records newly restored from their master tapes and
housed in replica jackets. A deluxe box, printed with metallic inks and
tip-on style print assembly, holds the 11 discs as well as a 80 page
book containing a lengthy historic essay, Smithsonian interview with
Harry Bertoia, exclusive Sonambient era material from the Bertoia
archive, modern and archival photos of the Bertoia barn as well as
reflections on Bertoia from various contributors. Although still sealed,
there is an obvious tear to the front top edge).
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 created the term "Sonambient" to describe the sound and
environment created by his beautiful metal sculptures. He curated a
massive selection of his sculptures and gongs, resulting in a
harmonious orchestra of his metal works, and recorded these sound
experiments late into the night. In 1978, in the final months of his life,
he selected tapes from his archive and produced 10 more records. He
wouldn't live long enough to see them through production, but they
became legendary releases (and quite valuable) in the art/audio
world. This complete Sonambient LP collection features all 11 of
Bertoia’s original records newly restored from their master tapes and
housed in replica jackets. A deluxe box, printed with metallic inks and
tip-on style print assembly, holds the 11 discs as well as a 80 page
book containing a lengthy historic essay, Smithsonian interview with
Harry Bertoia, exclusive Sonambient era material from the Bertoia
archive, modern and archival photos of the Bertoia barn as well as
reflections on Bertoia from various contributors. Although still sealed,
there is an obvious tear to the front top edge) )
