Hero Brother (+coupon MP3)

Description

Better known for her work as a member of Arcade Fire and Bell Orchestre, or for her collaborations alongside the Luyas, Esmerine or Little Scream, Montreal violinist and composer Sarah Neufeld releases her first album, Hero Brother, recorded and produced by pianist Nils Frahm. A violinist since early childhood, Sarah Neufeld has developed a style based on improvisation. It was only from 2011 that her pieces for solo violin became more formal. Her influences include Bela Bartok, Steve Reich, Iva Bittova and Arthur Russell; this does not prevent elements of electro-acoustic music, avant-folk or indie rock from coming through. These varied influences can be heard on the album’s tracks, which move between dark and majestic atmospheres, playing with emotions. Recording took place in Berlin, in different locations, each with its own specific acoustics: an abandoned dome, an underground parking garage, and the Studio P4 recording studio. Nils Frahm recorded and produced the album, and also played harmonium and piano on a few tracks.