Nikol Bóková Quartet: EXPEDITION – Reel to Reel
(Price approx. €263 / $287)
34:36 min
Reel LPR35 Tape, 15 ips, ¼", 2-Track Stereo, 10.5" NAB Reel, CCIR Equalization.
First-generation reel-to-reel tape recorded using a High-res digital master source (96k24). Master chain in LUNA, trough Universal Audio x8p (ESS SABRE DAC), trough symmetrical calibrated input to Revox (STUDER PR99 MKIII) with NAB heads
Tape release date – 24th November 2023
Cat. no. SEP 1005 RTR
Nikol’s sixth album, and third album on this label.
Expedition is a journey. A journey through space.
Nikol Bóková piano
David Dorůžka electric guitar
Martin Kocián acoustic bass
Michał Wierzgoń drums
Gunnar Halle trumpet
Tracklist, Featured Artists & Imprint
Expedition 3:40
Space Odyssey 5:29
Curiosity Rover 3:45
Vespertine 3:39
Terrestrial Traveler 2:58
Zephyr 4:15
The Deep Range 4:31
Sakamoto Temple Town 4:01
Solace 2:18
Total time: 34:36
Running time: 34 min 36 sec
Tape type: RTM LPR35
10.5" NAB Reel
Format: 1/4 inch – 2 channels – stereo
Recording speed: 38cm/sec – 15 IPS
Equalization curve: CCIR
Nikol Bóková piano
David Dorůžka electric guitar
Martin Kocián acoustic bass
Michał Wierzgoń drums
Gunnar Halle trumpet
All compositions by Nikol Bóková
Recorded in July 2023 at Bechstein Pianocentrum Praha, Prague by Jan Bók Vala
Mixed and mastered in September 2023 at Soleil et Pluie, Prague by Jan Bók Vala
Cover photos and design: Jan Bók Vala
Photographed on Leica M2, Kodak Vision 3 250D film, developed by hand.
Produced by Nikol Bóková & Jan Bók Vala
A Soleil et Pluie Production
© ℗ 2023 Soleil et Pluie s.r.o.
First-generation reel-to-reel tape created using a high-definition original audio source.
Made in France and Czech Republic
C.BECHSTEIN model B-212 piano was provided by C.Bechstein Europe s.r.o. / C.Bechstein Pianocentrum Praha.
Strategic Partnership with Acoustique Quality for reference monitoring
MORE ABOUT THE COMPOSITIONS
Consider the title piece 'Expedition' an open invitation to dance, regardless of your preferred style.
Then, 'Space Odyssey' is a sonic spacecraft navigating through the cosmos, inviting you to join an intergalactic adventure where the music transports you to distant planets, underwater realms, and beyond.
'Curiosity Rover' is about a little cute robot exploring the landscape of Mars and discovering its secrets, all while not feeling lonely because it’s a robot. Or does it?
'Vespertine' invites the mind to wander through nightmares and dreams. With her quartet, she crafts a mindscape where the trumpet adds a layer, guiding the listener through the intricate pathways of the subconscious.
Join the ride in a cabriolet with the top down and the wind in your hair. Become a 'Terrestrial Traveler' with the only destination being the journey itself.
Then, let yourself be enveloped in the essence of a 'Zephyr'. You can feel the tranquil breeze or become it.
You are in 'The Deep Range,' deep beneath the sea, occasionally looking up to see sunlight streaming through the surface.
'Sakamoto Temple Town' is a musical pilgrimage. With a deep bow to Ryuichi Sakamoto, this composition encapsulates a fond affection for Japan.
In the quiet embrace of nature, find 'Solace' as whispers of the wind echo the secrets of the universe.
★★★★★