Album Notes

"Persian Butterfly", Alon's first CD, serves as instrumental interludes between the lyrically powerful songs. While the PB music is organic and atmospheric, its live execution is implemented technologically via MIDI automation and a customized pedal system designed by Chris Gately. The effects that create the shimmering, orchestral sound consist of a six-string acoustic guitar with two outputs that feed an array of processors. The one output is a microphone inside the body of the guitar that is sent to various reverbs ranging from plates to chambers. The second output is a pickup that fuels harmonizers and delays, resulting in a sound that's reminiscent of a "quartet" of acoustic guitars. This is controlled from Alon's pedal board. This proprietary board also allows him to trigger CD playback, utilize a volume pedal to send signals to different effects and record his live performances. For more info, visit www.alon.tv