Quadro Nuevo, an instrumental ensemble, has toured globally since 1996, performing over 3500 concerts in diverse venues from jazz clubs to Carnegie Hall.
Historical Context
The German-language folk song has a complex history, having been appropriated by nationalist movements and often disliked by schoolchildren.
Album & Artwork
The album title, "Volkslied Reloaded," reflects the artists' experiment to re-engage with German folk songs after touring the world.
Performer Biography
The Munich Radio Orchestra, founded in 1952, has a broad artistic spectrum, performing everything from opera and sacred music to jazz and gaming music.
Performer Biography
Quadro Nuevo has received multiple awards, including the ECHO Jazz as Best Live Act in 2010 and 2011, and a Golden Record award in 2018.
Performer Biography
Elisabeth Fuchs, the conductor, is the Principal Conductor of the Philharmonie Salzburg and is known for pushing musical boundaries in collaborations with various artists.
Interpretation
Quadro Nuevo applies its unique style, influenced by South American rhythms and improvisation, to traditional German folk songs.
