"To experience the sacred. To know the essence of existence. To create something sacred. To build a structure of being and action from which life, culture, and civilization emanate. This monument, this sacred ground: a basilica.
"This sacred ground, this sacred action. A cathedral of sound is formed around us, above us, below us, encompassing the entire spheres of individual and shared consciousness. The surfaces around us shimmer, the air is charged, alive, and we breathe it.
"Huge arcs of melody and rhythm span the sky, soaring and turning above us, around us, and between us. We are connected by this energy, this sound. Precision: the most focused, the most powerful expression of love, passion."
BASILICA is a virtuoso chamber music group that was founded in 2005 by composer Ben S. Jacob in order to create uniquely powerful and intimate musical experiences. The
current instrumentation of amplified string instruments and percussion
is the latest step in the evolution of a music that seeks to combine bold
rhythms, incisive harmonies, broad yet angular melodies, and towering
sonorities into an experience of relentless intensity, a raging discourse
on the fundamental emotionality that is at the core of human existence.
The team of classically trained musicians that has been assembled for
this project is dedicated to the perfection of sound and spirit that
yields performances and recordings of uncommon precision, power, and beauty.
In 2006, BASILICA began expansion into the realm of multi-media performance with the incorporation of interactive video projection during live performances. In addition to this new element, BASILICA continues its work in growth and refinement of its sonic enhancement techniques, expansion of the depth and duration of its live performances, international collaboration with composers and other artists, and production of high-quality, high-impact audio and video recordings and other media. Future endeavors include performances throughout North America, including appearances at experimental music festivals and other performance art events.
AUDIO RECORDINGS
the forever victorious unfathomable great mighty one
Compact disc
Duration: 11 min.
Release date: March 10, 2007
Price: $10 (Includes shipping within the United States)
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Remember the Alamode!
Compilation of various artists from Shut Up! I Love You Records
Includes 1 track by BASILICA
Compact disc
Duration: 80 min.
Release date: January 2007
Price: $7 (Includes shipping within the United States)
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VIDEO RECORDINGS
Live at the Second Story on August 13, 2007 (Limited edition)
DVD
Duration: 90 min.
Release date: February 25, 2007
Price: $13 (Includes shipping within the United States)
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T-SHIRTS AND OTHER MERCHANDISE
To order BASILICA t-shirts, hooded sweatshirts, buttons, coffee mugs, clocks, and more, visit our CafePress store at:
cafepress.com/basilicaproject
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