Cherub Records proudly presents an archival release of Richmond, Virginia's ever changing experimental improvisational ensemble, The Colloquial Orchestra. "Alive in Richmond, VA" showcases the evolution of our music and arts community between the fall of 2009 and winter 2014. We think you'll find this digital collection an interesting document of time and sound. From the quiet sounds of The Listening Room era The Colloquial Orchestra was born with mostly acoustic strings. As the collective slowly introduced new members with different instruments and musical backgrounds, the group transformed into more funky-experimental-Arkestra-esk territory. Finally, as the scene around them became louder so did TCO. A surround sound set (audience in the middle) was more Explosions In The Sky with the final recording echoing the great GY!BE with a wall of electric guitars and two full drum sets