Bernar Venet - The Infrared Polarization Of The Infrared Star In Cygnus

A very conceptual piece, this record is a straight reading of an astronomer's very technical notes. While some sources claim the piece is read by Venet himself, there are in fact two voices heard on the record. The main speaker appears to be an American, while at the very end, a speaker with a French accent identifies the piece and its author. The record is beautifully packaged in a gatefold sleeve reproduced the astronomical notes which were original written on graph paper and include a diagram and table relating to the infrared polarization of this specific heavenly body. Unfortunately, the sleeve is quite a tight fit, and often copies of the record will be marked by residue from the sleeve. Only a few years after this publication, in 1971, Venet suspended his artistic activity due to "theoretical reasons". However, he later resumed activity including further work with sound.