Fearless Music
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By RyanManchester
Victoire's music (composed by Missy Mazzoli) is hard to label. Most would label it as "classical" music because of the core instrumentation, but Cathedral City goes beyond classical music. This is a music that shares the mass appeal with indie music, but is masterfully composed, using classical techniques, yet is subtle in delivery. When music is as subtle and as deep as the music on this album, that is where artistic mastery shines. Mazzoli blends these two approaches seamlessly creating a work that is as hard hitting as the best indie release and as nuanced and intelligent as any art music. Combined with guest appearances from label-mates William Britelle and Melissa Hughes with an appearance by Bryce Dessner of The National, Cathedral City will indulge and stimulate even the most finicky listener.
