Charlotte Riedijk, the mezzo-soprano on two tracks, has performed with leading conductors across Europe and appeared as a soloist with contemporary music ensembles globally.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Luc Brewaeys, one of the composers on this album, has a series of compositions named after Single Malt Whiskies, including his piece "Cardhu" featured here.
Performer Biography
Filip Rathé, who conducts this album and has two compositions featured, is the artistic leader and conductor of SPECTRA since 1993.
Compositional Technique
Jean-Luc Fafchamps's "Lettre Soufie: Sh(în)" exploits the symbolism of Sufi-mysticism, associating "Shîn" with acceptance, white aloe, the moon, and cleansing fire.
Recording & Production
This album, titled "20 years; for the record," celebrates SPECTRA's 20th anniversary and was recorded live on October 25th, 2013.
Performer Biography
SPECTRA, the ensemble performing on this album, was founded in 1993 and consists of a core of eight musicians who have worked together for over two decades.
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