https://scottcolemusic.bandcamp.com/album/frigid-spark-drifting-light
Thank you for your interest and support in our music. Several of the instruments used on this album were handmade by Matthew Coffman.
Scott Cole: Upright Bass; Electric Bass; Fretted and Fretless Piccolo Basses; Scheitholt; Mountain Dulcimer; Soundscapes/Synths – scottcolemusic.com
Matt Coffman: Scheitholts (Bowed, Strummed and Plucked); Guitars; Handmade Flutes/Reed Instruments; Irish Bouzouki; Percussion; Synths
Shapeshifter is the collaborative release by Scott Cole and Matthew Coffman, who create an intriguing blend of music that ranges from experimental ambient to acoustic, avant-garde and instrumental world fusion. Comprised of thirteen compositions, the album features an eclectic variety of instruments played by the duo, which include mountain dulcimers, bass, electric and acoustic guitar, synthesizer, keyboard, sitar, flute, reed instruments, didgeridoo, ukulele, cajon, melodica, guitarron, resonator, udu, and other percussion.
“Arc” opens the album with oscillating pulses, immediately reminding me of Steve Reich’s seminal Music for 18 Musicians recording. Sitar, percussion and bass guitar soon join the ensemble to form a minimally melodic and experimental world fusion soundscape that’s not too unlike the ‘fourth world’ music of Jon Hassell. “Strength Will Come” ensues with nocturnal calls and droning, earthy sounds. One of the most intriguing pieces on the album, it progresses into a rhythmic pattern of spinning strings and atmospheric textures, seemingly flowing organically along an improvisational and unpredictable path. Following next is “Emerging”, a more discernably melodic piece that begins with the peaceful sound of ocean waves and gentle acoustic guitar, which are soon accompanied by reed instruments and percussion. The duo also lends an interesting twist to the popularly rendered song, “Scarborough Fair”, which opens with dreamy synthesizers and prominent bass guitar. Flute and reed instruments provide the lead melody among oscillating effects and a pulsating rhythm, curiously bringing to mind that of sailing away at sea while simply allowing the currents to guide their own course. Supported by guitar, synthesizer and subtle percussion, “Calm H2O” is another highlight characterized by lovely liquid bell tones, which not only perfectly conveys the water element, but also reminds me a bit of Balinese music. Closing out the album is “View of the Valley”, an upbeat tune with a rumbling-type rhythm that features didgeridoo and electric guitar. A likewise particularly intriguing piece, it seemingly blends indigenous Australian and Irish music with hints of psychedelic rock.
Fusing contemporary and world instrumental music throughout, Shapeshifterpossesses a certain bohemian essence; one that seems to paint visual collages of nature and its cycles, the ebb and flow of the tides, and blossoming and dying of flowers. Characteristically minimal and seemingly improvisational in its approach, Shapeshifter is a genre-defying album that is worth checking out, especially, for fans of Steve Reich, Jon Hassell and Al Gromer Khan! ~Candice Michelle
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Short bio: Scott Cole is an experienced band leader, sideman and session artist who performs primarily in the new age, world, progressive and jazz fusion genres. Since picking up the bass for the first time in 1988 – and building his first mountain dulcimer in 1991, he has been involved in numerous projects, bands, and recordings. He has served as bassist and multi-instrumentalist for North River, Searchlight Ensemble, 5ss, PUNT, and as a sideman for countless artists in the Ohio and North Carolina areas. Currently he is working in collaboration with Matthew Coffman under the project name Cole & Coffman, to create a progressive blend of modern instrumental music in the new age and world music styles. Scott has a day job but is available for session and live work as needed. He is primarily I’m interested in working as a side/backing musician on upright/electric bass and/or mountain dulcimer with a singer/songwriter, duo or small band for their live project or recording work. He can be reached at scottcolemusic@gmail.com.
-NS Design Electric-upright Bass w/German and French bows
-Fretted and fretless electric basses (six and four-strings)
-Electric and acoustic mountain dulcimers
-Ashbory Bass
-Korg M1/MicroKORG
-Singing Bowls
-Peavey and Fender and Roland Amplification
This is a song about rejuvenation…rejuvenation in friendships, in life and by grace, for eternity.
From Cole & Coffman’s album, “Shapeshifter”.
Scott Cole: Electric Mountain Dulcimer; Electric Upright Bass
Matt Coffman: Sitar Guitar; Synths/Keyboards; Percussion
This is a short experimental piece featuring harmonic tapping on the electric mountain dulcimer. I hope you enjoy!
Shapeshifter is the collaborative release by Scott Cole and Matthew Coffman, who create an intriguing blend of music that ranges from experimental ambient to acoustic, avant-garde and instrumental world fusion. Comprised of thirteen compositions, the album features an eclectic variety of instruments played by the duo, which include mountain dulcimers, bass, electric and acoustic guitar, synthesizer, keyboard, sitar, flute, reed instruments, didgeridoo, ukulele, cajon, melodica, guitarron, resonator, udu, and other percussion.
“Arc” opens the album with oscillating pulses, immediately reminding me of Steve Reich’s seminal Music for 18 Musicians recording. Sitar, percussion and bass guitar soon join the ensemble to form a minimally melodic and experimental world fusion soundscape that’s not too unlike the ‘fourth world’ music of Jon Hassell. “Strength Will Come” ensues with nocturnal calls and droning, earthy sounds. One of the most intriguing pieces on the album, it progresses into a rhythmic pattern of spinning strings and atmospheric textures, seemingly flowing organically along an improvisational and unpredictable path. Following next is “Emerging”, a more discernably melodic piece that begins with the peaceful sound of ocean waves and gentle acoustic guitar, which are soon accompanied by reed instruments and percussion. The duo also lends an interesting twist to the popularly rendered song, “Scarborough Fair”, which opens with dreamy synthesizers and prominent bass guitar. Flute and reed instruments provide the lead melody among oscillating effects and a pulsating rhythm, curiously bringing to mind that of sailing away at sea while simply allowing the currents to guide their own course. Supported by guitar, synthesizer and subtle percussion, “Calm H2O” is another highlight characterized by lovely liquid bell tones, which not only perfectly conveys the water element, but also reminds me a bit of Balinese music. Closing out the album is “View of the Valley”, an upbeat tune with a rumbling-type rhythm that features didgeridoo and electric guitar. A likewise particularly intriguing piece, it seemingly blends indigenous Australian and Irish music with hints of psychedelic rock.
Fusing contemporary and world instrumental music throughout, Shapeshifterpossesses a certain bohemian essence; one that seems to paint visual collages of nature and its cycles, the ebb and flow of the tides, and blossoming and dying of flowers. Characteristically minimal and seemingly improvisational in its approach, Shapeshifter is a genre-defying album that is worth checking out, especially, for fans of Steve Reich, Jon Hassell and Al Gromer Khan! ~Candice Michelle
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