The Undreamt-of Centre is the fourth solo album by prolific Australian drummer/composer/producer Laurence Pike – and is a reimagining of the Requiem Mass.

For nearly 20 years, Pike has operated at the cutting edge of the electronic and jazz music worlds, releasing albums to critical acclaim and touring the world with his bands PVT (formerly Pivot), Triosk and Szun Waves. He has also featured on numerous albums, tours and soundtracks as a collaborator. 

It’s a complex, hugely ambitious and highly evocative work. 

The album draws on the sounds of modern classical music, Japanese environmental ambient music, fourth world electronics, free jazz and the choral traditions of Estonia, with particular influence from Tallinn-based composer Tonu Korvits. 

The album is out on September 6th on the Leaf label and is produced in collaboration with the Vox Sydney Philharmonia Choir, conducted by Pike’s childhood friend, composer Sam Lipman. It was also recorded in a 19th Century Gothic church.