The album's sleeve is made of FSC/PEFC-certified material with soy ink, eco-friendly glue, and water-based varnish, designed to be easily recyclable with no plastic.
Composer Biography
Both Carl Nielsen and Jean Sibelius, the composers on this album, played the violin from an early age.
Performer Biography
John Storgårds, the conductor, began his career as a violinist and frequently performs as a chamber musician and soloist.
Performer Biography
Johan Dalene, the violinist, is a BBC New Generation Artist from 2019-22, with his performances broadcast on BBC Radio 3.
Performer Biography
Johan Dalene, the violinist, won the Norwegian Soloist Prize and first prize at the prestigious Carl Nielsen Competition in 2019.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at Konserthuset Stockholm, Sweden, using microphones from Neumann, DPA, and Schoeps.
Instruments
The violin used in this recording is an Antonio Stradivarius from 1736, on loan from Anders Sveaas' Charitable Foundation.
