Jonathan Östlund, the composer, is Swedish and has completed approximately 80 works, including several orchestral pieces and a Piano Concerto.
Performer Biography
Einar Steen-Nøkleberg, a Norwegian pianist on this album, was appointed a Knight of the St. Olav Order by the King of Norway for his contributions to Norwegian music.
Performer Biography
Ursula Leveaux, the bassoonist on this album, has been the principal bassoonist of London's Nash Ensemble since 1997 and was appointed Principal Bassoon to the Academy of Ancient Music in 2011.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Jonathan Östlund, the composer, prefers to leave the inspiration and message of his compositions undefined, encouraging listeners to dwell on their meanings and allow for personal discovery.
Recording & Production
The recording of 'Night-struck' on CD2 was arranged as a gift following its Russian premiere at the Moscow International Autumn Festival for Contemporary Music.
Performer Biography
Blandine Waldmann, a French pianist on this album, made her Carnegie Hall debut in July 2015 as part of the Prizewinners' Gala of the American Protégé International Competition.
Performer Biography
The Cellini Quartet, featured on this album, was formed at the Royal Academy of Music in January 2013 and was granted a place on the Academy's prestigious Davey-Poznanski String Quartet scheme.
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