1. Galaxies des cinq soleils (Galaxy of the Five Suns) - 2. Espaces infinis (Infinite Spaces) - 3. Petite galaxie (Little Galaxy) - 4. Galaxie en expansion (The expanding Galaxy) - 5. Galaxie des deux crabes martiens (Galaxy of the Two Martian Crabs) - 6. Galaxie du magicien (Galaxy of the Magician) - 7. Galaxie des arc-en-ciel inquiets (Galaxy of the Distressed Rainbows) - 8. Galaxie bizarre des mains croisées (Bizarre Galaxy of the Crossed Hands - 9. Galaxie des pulsars (Galaxy of the Pulsars)
Here is proof that attractive, convincing contemporary music of substance can be written for elementary level players: this collection of nine intergalactic miniatures will be suitable for players of grade 1 level, yet never succumbs to musical clichés. Régis Campo writes ostinatos, pieces in two pitch centres, uses clusters, white notes only, syncopated rhythms, contrasted colourings and - in the final piece - continuous sustaining pedal. Titles such as Galaxy of the five Suns, The expanding galaxy and Infinite Spaces stimulate the imagination, and springboard a sense of wonder and spaciousness that the notes on the page justify and confirm. A really useful and rewarding anthology that deserves Wide distribution and use.
Alexander Thompson
Piano journal (European Piano Teachers' Association) n°119
