Susanne Fröhlich, the recorder player on this album, is a founding member of the recorder quartet QNG - Quartet New Generation and performs internationally as a soloist and in various ensembles.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at Deutschlandfunk Kammermusiksaal in Cologne, Germany, across two sessions in May 2023 and January 2024.
Instruments
The Helder Evo recorders, used for three pieces on this album, are based on pure overtones, feature additional keys and a flexible block system, allowing for dynamic playing with varying windway widths.
Instruments
The album also features Paetzold bass recorders, named after inventors Joachim and Herbert Paetzold, which are square-shaped, modeled after conical organ pipes, and have been produced by Jo Kunath's workshop since 2012.
Interpretation
The album explores the diversity of the recorder family, including new models the performer, Susanne Fröhlich, helped develop, aiming to connect ancient and avant-garde music.
Album & Artwork
The album title 'Ukai' is Japanese, referring both to a traditional cormorant fishing method and to taking a diversion or alternative route.
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