Rotella's Zone Grise unfolds in a space of perpetual transformation, where sound navigates between density and purity or structure and fluidity.

Didier Rotella's Zone Grise unfolds in a space of perpetual transformation, where sound navigates between density and purity, acoustic and electronic, structure and fluidity. Catharsis combines hybrid instruments and spatialized textures to evoke a dramatic journey of evolution and renewal, while Fragrances draws inspiration from perfume composition, blending musical elements into a rich, multi-layered tapestry. Mogari reflects on ritual and humanity through augmented instruments and poetic gestures, tracing a spiritual passage from lament to resolution. Each piece reveals Rotella's ability to craft intricate, ever-shifting soundscapes that invite reflection on balance, motion, and the ephemeral nature of musical expression.

Track Listing

• Catharsis (2017–2018) for 2 percussionists, 2 pianos and live electronics: Thema
• Catharsis (2017–2018) for 2 percussionists, 2 pianos and live electronics: Var. 1
• Catharsis (2017–2018) for 2 percussionists, 2 pianos and live electronics: Var. 2
• Catharsis (2017–2018) for 2 percussionists, 2 pianos and live electronics: Var. 3
• Catharsis (2017–2018) for 2 percussionists, 2 pianos and live electronics: Var. 4
• Catharsis (2017–2018) for 2 percussionists, 2 pianos and live electronics: Var. 5
• Fragrances (2015–2024) for string quartet: Premier mouvement
• Fragrances (2015–2024) for string quartet: Second mouvement
• Mogari (2019–2022) for flute, saxophone, percussion, piano and live electronics: Tatari (崇り) – Tama-Yobi (魂の想起)
• Mogari (2019–2022) for flute, saxophone, percussion, piano and live electronics: Banka (挽歌) n°1
• Mogari (2019–2022) for flute, saxophone, percussion, piano and live electronics: Asobu (遊ぶ) n°1
• Mogari (2019–2022) for flute, saxophone, percussion, piano and live electronics: Asobu n°1 & Banka n°2
• Mogari (2019–2022) for flute, saxophone, percussion, piano and live electronics: Banka n°2 – Tatefushi (盾伏す)

Additional Details

Label: Kairos

Genre: Contemporary Instrumental

Run Time: 65:25 mins

Region: 0

Release Date: 04/11/25

UPC: 9120010286445