This album was recorded at Berwald Hall in Stockholm, with the Clarinet Concerto recorded in December 2001 and Liquid Marble and the Violin Concerto recorded in June 2002.
Composer Biography
Anders Hillborg, one of Sweden's best-known composers, has had many of his works premiered by conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen, with whom he has maintained contact since their student days.
Performer Biography
Anna Lindal, the violin soloist, was engaged as leader of the Stockholm Royal Philharmonic before turning 18 and is known as a proponent of contemporary music.
Performer Biography
The Swedish Radio Symphony Orchestra, which performs on this album, was formed in 1967 and has developed under internationally known conductors to become an orchestra of international quality.
Performer Biography
Martin Fröst, the clarinet soloist, is one of the most sought-after international clarinettists and has inspired several contemporary composers to write music for him.
Performer Biography
Esa-Pekka Salonen, the conductor on this album, is renowned for his interpretations of contemporary music and has received numerous major awards.
