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Bendik Hofseth, Anne-Lise Berntsen, Helge Iberg
Ludo (KKV)
$18.99

A strange and challenging recording by three Norwegian artists - a jazz reed and saxophonist, a classical/art singer and an innovative keyboardist/multinstrumentalist. It veers from classical formality to sweet romanticism to edgy avant garde at unexpected turns as they explore works by Purcell, Monteverdi, Handel, Ruckert, Gluck, Schonberg, Schumann, Pucinni, Brecht & Eisler, Iberg and more, with texts by numerous Nordic and European writers and sung in various languages. Lyrics are included in the language the work is performed in, without translations. Highly recommended for the open mind, especially that with a love of the human voice.

   

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Divinities du Styx
Ich atmet einen linden Duft

'Anne-Lise Berntsen, outstanding classical singer; Bendik Hofseth, saxophone player; and Helge Iberg, keyboard magician..... Dramatic verve and delicate beauty intertwines. This chamber musical play is intelligent, inspired, and captivating. Once you subject this recording to the cerebellum, chances are it will take over the entire brain. If you swear to "pure" music, a CD like this would serve as a source for the most delightful vexation!' - C. Terje Mosnes, Dagbladet, Norway

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