Edvard Grieg (1843-1907) the national romantic and Olav Anton Thommessen (1946-) the modernist come together here in the tale of 'Haugtussa' and her life, her love and her path through the Underworld to redemption....
Composer: Edvard Grieg (1843–1907), Olav Anton Thommessen (1946-)
Genre: Classical
Subgenre: Romantic / Modern Composition
The Japanese term Natsukashii describes how intense memories can suddenly be triggered by something as trivial as an old shoe. Norwegian pianist Helge Lien has dedicated his latest trio-CD to these moments,...
Composer: Helge Lien Trio
Genre: Jazz
Subgenre: Modern Jazz
The soloist in the Cantatas is the soprano Tone Wik who specialises in music of this period. She possesses an ideal vocal timbre for these pieces.
Composer: Antonio Lucio Vivaldi (1678-1741)
Genre: Classical
Subgenre: Baroque / Orchestral / Vocal
The first bars of the opener „Gamut Warning“ are carried by great discipline and an absolute relevance. Together with Lien’s dynamic phrasing and the trio’s instinctively sure interplay, they make you prick up your ears immediately.
Composer: Helge Lien Trio
Genre: Jazz
Subgenre: Modern Jazz
The divertimento as a musical genre dates back to the nineteenth century. Divertimenti were composed for various social occasions and were intended to be light, uncomplicated and cheerful.
Composer: Benjamin Britten, Grazyna Bacewicz (1909-1969), Terje Bjørklund, Béla Bartók (1881-1945)
Genre: Classical
Subgenre: Orchestral
This reflective, tuneful album is a collection of beautiful piano music written and performed by Ola Gjeilo. His music is a blend of jazz, classical and popular music influences, married in a unique and passionate style.
Composer: Ola Gjeilo
Genre: Classical
Subgenre: Classical Crossover
