Kali Malone's Organ Miniatures: A New Sound Explored

Kali Malone has released "Burning Song," a collection of miniature compositions for pipe organ, departing from her signature expansive sound. These pieces, featuring collaborators Stephen O'Malley on guitar and Lucy Railton on cello, are characterized by their brevity, with no track exceeding seven minutes.

The album was recorded in Leipzig, Germany, at St. Thomas Church, a historic site associated with J.S. Bach. Though the church's organ is modern, its tuning reflects Bach's era, providing a unique backdrop for Malone's contemporary musical explorations.

"Burning Song" focuses on the intricate interplay between the organ, guitar, and cello, creating a merged atmospheric whole. The compositions offer melodic fluidity, evoking narratives and emotional landscapes.

Tracks like "Map the Path" and "Crawling Ashore" are rich with melody, while "Heavy With Fruit" utilizes sumptuous chords. The album concludes with "My Eve My Dawn," reflecting on beginnings emerging from endings.