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the way water breathes: “the way water breathes” pulls from my musical influences in progressive music, post-rock, and ambient music. Through its fusion with the classical guitar, the piece presents a new way to approach the instrument by incorporating extended techniques, tunings, and effects typically found in these genres. A scordatura often used by the band Covet, transposes the instrument to an open sonority that allows for previously impossible gestures to become much more accessible. Alongside pitch shifting delay, and a dense ambient reverb haze, the piece replicates the unpredictable temperance of large bodies of water.
There Was No Way Back Home: This piece represents a pivotal moment in my artistic evolution—the first time I’ve integrated my voice as a musical element. Through granular delays, micro loopers, and long-form looping techniques, I manipulate both guitar and vocals to weave evolving textures that blur the line between organic and electronic sound. This work embodies my ongoing exploration of new sonic possibilities, pushing the boundaries of my practice and expanding my musical language.
Post-classical guitarist and composer Emmanuel Jacob Lacopo is redefining 21st-century classical music through collaboration, innovation, and boundary-pushing artistry. His music bridges classical guitar tradition with progressive metal, electronic music, improvised music, and post-rock, creating a uniquely post-classical experience.
Recognized as one of CBC’s 2023 30 Under 30 Classical Musicians, Lacopo’s performances showcase his versatility, featuring multi-instrumental setups and live electronic processing. His acclaimed album Eastman (2023) reimagines Julius Eastman’s works for guitar and electronics, praised for blending traditional and avant-garde elements into mesmerizing soundscapes.
Lacopo’s upcoming album, Dreamscapes and Our Modern Contradictions, marks his first collection of original music, and explores immersive sonic spaces that challenge the boundaries of genre.
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