Cd - 12 Ensemble - Metamorphosis CD
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- Artist : 12 Ensemble
- Label : 12 Ensemble
- Country : United Kingdom
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- Estimated shipping date : July 2024
Description
The internationally acclaimed 12 Ensemble return with their third studio album Metamorphosis, recorded at the iconic Abbey Rd studios.
From the divine nature of transformation to alien visions of new worlds and rebirth, the conductor-less 12 Ensemble explore Renaissance hymn reborn as futuristic prayer, ancient Japanese ritual, otherworldly operatic arias and a monumental elegy that sees the ensemble harness its biggest forces to date.
Harnessing the transformative sound and arresting commitment of this trail-blazing string collective, Strauss’ iconic Metamorphosen for 23 solo strings is at the heart of a powerful record which includes a rare recording of Claude Vivier’s cult-classic 1980’s work Zipangu. Listeners can also look forward to new music from two of today’s leading composers: a new adaptation of the aria from Oliver Leith’s critically-acclaimed Royal Opera House opera Last Days and a fresh look at an ancient hymn reborn by Edmund Finnis.
The 12 Ensemble is a pioneering un-conducted string orchestra.
Evolving from a close-knit group of like-minded musicians into one of Europe's leading string orchestras, the 12 Ensemble has developed a critically-acclaimed reputation as an influential collective, reaching audiences worldwide with powerful musical experiences.
Flexible in size but always playing without conductor, the core formation brings together twelve of London’s leading string players. Formed in 2012 by Artistic Directors Eloisa-Fleur Thom & Max Ruisi, the 12 Ensemble has become synonymous with innovative programming, combining their dedication to core- classical repertoire with exceptional new commissions and collaborators from a broad range of artistic spheres.
Artists-in-Residence at the Wigmore Hall for 2023-25, the 12 Ensemble are in- demand internationally, performing at leading venues including the Barbican, Royal Albert Hall, Berlin Philharmonie and Elbphilharmonie. The group have also made multiple appearances at leading festivals worldwide, including performing Schubert’s Death & the Maiden at the BBC Proms plus invitations to the U.S and South Korea, as well as multiple broadcasts on BBC TV, Sky Arts and international radio.