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The Daily Texan on Graham Reynolds’ Marfa Triptych

14 Nov 2013

The Daily Texan previews Graham Reynolds’ Marfa Triptych, which premieres here in Marfa on Saturday at the Crowley Theater. Click here for tickets.

Reynolds described his first composition as a mix of “West Texas, country music and Western movie sound tracks.” The piece will feature contributions from veteran guitarist Redd Volkaert and up-and-coming fiddle player Ruby Jane.

“I was fascinated by country. It seemed so other-worldly to me,” Reynolds said. “[The musicians] are so generous in letting me pull them out of their box and letting me explore their world a little bit.”

Lead guitarist Volkaert, who has worked with the likes of Merle Haggard, Tim McGraw and Trace Adkins, has played gigs in and around Austin for more than 20 years. In regards to “The Marfa Triptych,” Volkaert urges his audience to pay attention to the way the 14-piece ensemble works together.

“It’s a challenge, but that’s why I’m in it,” Volkaert said. “Reynolds, is a wonderful talent and I really enjoy working with him.”

Keep reading “Graham Reynolds creates music inspired by Marfa, Texas” at The Daily Texan.