David Greenberger and 3 Leg Torso in
Concert
 Legibly
Speaking is a collaboration between David Greenberger, creator
of The Duplex Planet,
and the musical ensemble 3 Leg Torso. It features new
stories derived from conversations with elderly residents of Portland,
collected as part of an artist residency sponsored by Portland Institute
of
Contemporary Art (PICA). The music composed by 3 Leg Torso provides
shadings of character and shifting moods. Formed in 1996 as a violin,
cello
and accordion trio, 3 Leg Torso creates original modern chamber music
for
their unique instrumentation. Over the ensuing years the band has expanded
both its musical mission and its size to become a quintet that now
performs
its eclectic synthesis of chamber music, tango, klezmer, Latin and
world
music. 3 Leg Torso toured the west coast earlier this year in support
of
their CD, Astor in Paris.
With subtle wit and nuance, the music introduces
changing characters reflecting on universal subjects; everything from
gambling and pets
to
painting and the foundations of Western thought. Ultimately, David
Greenberger's goal is to expose the richness of the whole person
through humor and intelligence, with genuine tenderness. In a singular
listening
experience, this disc provides a brief journey alongside eleven consecutive
characters, and the listener finds familiarity in meeting these
irresistible new friends.
David Greenberger: monologues
Courtney Von Drehle: accordion, bazouki, soprano saxophone
Bela Balogh: violin, trumpet, mandolin
Gary Irvine: drum set, percussion, vibraphone, marimba
Michael Papillo: double bass
Craig Martin: vibraphone, marimba, percussion, drum set
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