New collection of pioneer Partch

New World Records have released a collection from composer and inventor Harry Partch. American born Partch who died in 1974 will now be rightly enjoyed and consumed in a trance-like state by many more. Check out this documentary about his musical instrument inventions and his pioneering use of microtonal scales:

This collection from New World Records is well packaged with great liner notes and will help inform new fans about this innovator – his widespread recognition is long overdue.

Harry Partch - collection released by New World Records on sale now
Harry Partch – collection released by New World Records on sale now
from the cover of The World of Harry Partch, 1969
From the cover of The World of Harry Partch, 1969

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