Paul Hillier, the artistic director of Theatre of Voices, is a multifaceted artist who has founded the Hilliard Ensemble and led several other prominent choirs.
Compositional Technique
The composer, Line Tjørnhøj, uses a digital computer voice to represent the perspective of the contemporary artist, contrasting with the human voices of the performers.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Composer Line Tjørnhøj argues that the human voice is a "metonymy for the authentic human or authentic person," reflecting who people are even in highly trained singers.
Composition History
Line Tjørnhøj's work "enTmenschT" brings together the stories of two tumultuous artistic affairs: Charlotte Salomon and Alfred Wolfsohn, and Alma Mahler and Oskar Kokoschka.
Compositional Technique
The libretto for "enTmenschT" is primarily derived from the words of the four historical figures involved in the stories, including letters and autobiographical writings.
Recording & Production
This album is the world premiere recording of Line Tjørnhøj's "enTmenschT."
Performer Biography
Theatre of Voices, founded in 1990 by Paul Hillier, is considered one of the world's leading vocal ensembles, with almost 50 releases and prestigious awards.
