Stuttering Music

Joseph Sannicandro – A Closer Listen

"Asmar’s approach to the accordion is all the more enchanting as it is so far removed from the instrument’s stereotypical associations, none of the shuffling rhythms or sentimental melodies."… "When Stuttering Music finally fades out, just flip the tape and begin again."

The Quietus – Aydin Khalili

"Asmar’s previous full-lengths, Home Recordings 2018–2021 and Synth Waltzes and Accordion Laments, are also rich with diverse textures and a variety of sonic layers. In the former, recorded at home on cassettes and a mobile phone, she incorporates glockenspiels, bells, tin toys, and tape loops featuring church hymns and birdsong; while the latter gives the accordion a more prominent role. As divergent as these sound blends may seem, Stuttering Music peaks at a new level of coherence in this distinctive electroacoustic brand of hers." … "Altogether, the fusion of floating accordion notes, chiming metallophone sounds, and oscillating synths harmonises seamlessly with her ethereal dreamscape – something both deeply nostalgic and hauntingly transient, mirroring Asmar’s exploration of fleeting yet profound emotional states."

Twisted Soul Music – Between the Cracks

"Yara Asmar’s Stuttering Music is a hauntingly beautiful exploration of sound and memory. "Stuttering Music is remarkable, showcasing Asmar’s unique voice in experimental music. This album is essential for those who appreciate boundary-pushing soundscapes and emotionally resonant compositions. "