Review by Gilbrian Abdillah

The album "The Great Hall" by Jonathan McHugh and Mark Wastell is a masterpiece of avant-garde experimental music. The duo's unique blend of free improvisation and sound manipulation creates an ethereal and haunting soundscape that is both captivating and challenging.

The album's opening track, "The Great Hall," sets the tone for the rest of the album with its sparse, atmospheric sounds and subtle shifts in tempo and texture. McHugh and Wastell's use of extended techniques on their respective instruments (guitar and cello) adds an otherworldly quality to the music, making it feel like it is coming from another dimension.

The album's standout track, "The Empty Room," is a haunting and melancholic piece that showcases McHugh and Wastell's ability to create beauty out of dissonance. The track builds slowly, with the two musicians weaving in and out of each other's sounds, until it reaches a cathartic climax that is both emotional and cathartic.

Summary by Gilbrian Abdillah

"The Great Hall" is a stunning work of art that pushes the boundaries of what is possible in experimental music. McHugh and Wastell's collaboration is a testament to the power of improvisation and the beauty that can be found in the most unexpected places. Highly recommended for fans of avant-garde music and anyone looking for something truly unique and captivating.