"Ceremony" is a notable album by the UK progressive rock band Spooky Tooth, released in 1969. This album marked a collaboration between Spooky Tooth and the French experimental composer Pierre Henry. Pierre Henry was a pioneer in musique concrète, a genre of experimental music that uses recorded sounds as its primary material.
The collaboration resulted in an innovative fusion of rock music with Henry's avant-garde electronic compositions. "Ceremony" is often praised for its experimental nature and bold exploration of sound textures and atmospheres. The album showcases Spooky Tooth's willingness to push musical boundaries and incorporate unconventional elements into their rock music.
The world premiere of "Ceremony" took place on September 2, 1970, at Olympia in Paris, France. The album is dedicated to Béatrice, although specific details about her identity or significance in relation to the album are not widely documented.
Overall, "Ceremony" stands as a testament to Spooky Tooth's adventurous spirit and their willingness to collaborate with avant-garde composers like Pierre Henry to create music that transcends traditional rock conventions.
