Neapolitan Sixth (1982)

This composition in 3 parts was written for the group ‘Regular Music’ and has been performed many times. It anticipates the concept of re-mixing in that each of the three parts takes a different approach to the material.

This extract is taken from Part 1 (for two keyboards). Rhythm is the main focus here. The syncopated 4/4 riff is expanded and contracted resulting in different time signatures, which are then harmonised with each other. This extract begins in 3/4 and works its way back out to 6/4 (where 2 groups of 6/4 are 'harmonised' with 3 groups of 4/4).

Part 2 grows in intensity over a slow pulse and introduces the main chord sequence.

Part 3 is a fast light-hearted radio friendly version.

Parts 1 & 3 were recorded on the Regular Music album for Rough Trade in 1985 and a score is available of part 1.