In ‘normal’ soundscapes shows, that is RF solo performances, the soundscapes have a much longer period in which to develop. However, the brevity of the vectoring pieces such as the first one here can have an abrupt and inconclusive feel to them without the lengthy build or follow-up. Nevertheless, the best audiences trust the moment and go with it. There’s no difficulty in grasping the impact during Buenos Aires II in which Fripp’s waspish notes deliver a series of caustic stings or the emotional balm as Buenos Aires III recedes toward silence.
Interestingly, Fripp’s diary reveals a moment of drama onstage as he played BA II. “A good show, well received by a full house.
Leonardo is sick & almost fainted onstage, necessitating an unexpected departure of The LCG during the second Soundscapes slot.”