Jan Gunnar Hoff / Works By Parry/ Thomsen/ Hoff/ Siversten
Description:
Terra Nova by Marianne Beate Kielland, released 5 May 2017.
This version of Terra Nova comes as a 1xCD in a(n) Digipak packaging. - JAN GUNNAR HOFF / WORKS BY PARRY/THOMSEN/HOFF/SIVERSTEN
"Terra Nova" is an artfully curated CD that unites the expressive mezzo-soprano Marianne Beate Kielland and the sensitive pianist Jan Gunnar Hoff in an intimate and finely nuanced musical dialogue. The album explores new musical terrain in the borderlands between classical art song, contemporary composition and lyrical jazz influences. With its warm, audiophile sound and carefully crafted arrangements, "Terra Nova" invites listeners into a contemplative sonic landscape where text, melody and improvisational freedom are closely interwoven. The recording focuses on atmosphere and storytelling through sound, creating a deeply personal listening experience that rewards attentive, repeated listening.
At the heart of the CD is the interplay between voice and piano: Kielland's timbre-rich, flexible mezzo-soprano shapes the musical lines with refined articulation and emotional depth, while Hoff's piano playing offers both harmonic sophistication and transparent space for silence and resonance. Together they create soundscapes that range from tender intimacy to powerful intensity, always remaining tasteful and finely balanced. The repertoire is stylistically diverse yet coherent, moving organically between lyrical, meditative passages and subtly pulsating rhythmic sections.
Lawo Classics, the label behind this production, is known for high-quality, carefully produced recordings with a clear artistic vision. The Norwegian label places great emphasis on natural, detailed sound and close collaboration with its artists, often highlighting distinctive Scandinavian voices in both classical and contemporary music. Releases by Lawo Classics are typically characterized by meticulous recording techniques, thoughtfully designed booklets and a programmatic focus that goes beyond the purely commercial to foreground artistic substance and interpretive depth.
Marianne Beate Kielland is one of Norway's leading mezzo-sopranos, particularly respected for her interpretive intelligence and stylistic versatility. She is frequently associated with refined song interpretation and oratorio repertoire and has built an international career with appearances at renowned concert halls and festivals. Her recordings have often received critical acclaim for their musical insight and subtle vocal coloration. Jan Gunnar Hoff has established himself as a distinctive pianist and composer, especially in the Norwegian jazz and crossover scene. Known for his melodic imagination and atmospheric piano sound, he has collaborated with a wide range of artists and has received recognition for projects that bridge genres and expand the traditional understanding of jazz and contemporary music.
Together, Kielland and Hoff form an exceptional artistic partnership on "Terra Nova," combining classical vocal culture with improvisational openness and Scandinavian tonal sensibility. The result is a CD that will appeal to listeners who appreciate song, chamber music and jazz alike, and who are looking for an authentic, finely crafted production with emotional depth and sonic clarity.
Classic Crossover
2.365
- Christmas Music 850- Classic Ethno 27- Classic Jazz 121- Classic Pop 776- Classic Rock 19- Jazzy Classic 2- Other Crossover 553- Waltz 6Other Classic 3.446Symphonic Music 14.529
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