Živković's music combines ancient spiritual sources with modern techniques like spectral composition, controlled aleatorics, microtonality, and unusual methods of heterophony and imitation.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in the presence of the composer, Djuro Živković, at Studio Acusticum in Piteå, Sweden.
Composer Biography
Djuro Živković, a Serbian-Swedish composer, has won the Grawemeyer Award, one of the world's most prestigious awards for composers.
Compositional Technique
Živković has developed a unique musical language called the 'Ancient Mode,' which incorporates scales, harmony, chord progressions, and voice leading inspired by folklore and Byzantine music.
Performer Biography
Norrbotten NEO, the ensemble performing on this album, was formed in 2007 to promote contemporary chamber music and has premiered over 150 works.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Djuro Živković's primary artistic motivation stems from his faith, with mysticism and belief being central to his creative work.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Many of Živković's major compositions are inspired by the Philokalia, a collection of early mystic texts from the Eastern Orthodox church, focusing on meditation, spiritual practice, and eternal light.
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