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George Floyd 05:03

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The first track of 'Black Lives Matter' - a collaboration between Norwich-based trumpeter Chris Dowding and artist Laure Van Minden.

These pieces are developed from a starting point of playing the names of people who have died or been attacked in relation to the Black Lives Matter movement. We have translated the name into a melody using an alphabet system I use with the band Natural Causes, which is then developed into a track using loops and electronics.

We felt the need for a sustained reflection on and examination of the current situation in the US, UK and elsewhere...

Laure:

"Here is my first version of George Floyd. Drawn just now in the dark and eyes closed using both hands and with white and sanguine ArtGraf graphite. I could feel the intensity..."

Chris:

"... really beautiful... it has a kind of fieryness to it..."

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released September 25, 2020

Chris Dowding - trumpets, voice & electronics
Laure Van Minden - artwork

Mixed by Kevin Burton and Chris Dowding. Mastered by Paul Keeler.
Digital cover by Chris Dowding from artwork by Laure Van Minden.

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Chris Dowding & Laure Van Minden Norwich, UK

Trumpeter Chris Dowding and artist Laure Van Minden are both based in Norwich.

'Black Lives Matter' is their first full duo collaboration project. It commemorates people who have died or been attacked in relation to the Black Lives Matter movement, through playing their names.

This uses an alphabet system invented by Devon-based composer Hugh Nankivell.
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