Whisperweave derives from the words ‘whisper (subtlety)’ and ‘weaving (interconnectedness)’.

As part of my “Music that could be heard without hearing, seen without seeing” project, Whisperweave explores the tactile reverberations generated by the motions and sounds of the percussion and cello. I aimed to find similar timbres from these instruments, sometimes having them play together, with one occasionally coming to the forefront. The sounds of the cello and snare drum “weave” together, sometimes in obvious ways, sometimes more subtly. The piece explores various sounds produced by the performers’ hands directly touching the instruments, such as hitting or rubbing them, creating a more personal and intimate connection with the instruments.

Premiered by Cellist, Peter Ko, and Percussionist, Sae Hashimoto, on June 22 2024 at The DiMenna Center, NY

2024 Yarn/Wire International Institute