ÖRJAN SANDRED’S ELECTRIC AND ECLECTIC “CRACKS AND CORROSION”

Swedish composer Orjan Sandred’s appropriately titled debut release, Cracks and Corrosion, is a thrilling collection of chamber music featuring classical instrumentation matched with Sandred’s skillful electronic sound manipulation. His ability to create highly vivid environments in his compositions make this a low lights, heightened sense excursion for the serious listener. Five original compositions will be featured on the album, each showcasing its own unique sonic palate. This release features conductor Hans Ek, violinist Daniel Möller, violist Ingegard Kierkengaard, cellists Åsa Åkerberg and Yuri Hooker, clarinetist Niklas Andersson, pianist Erik Lanninger, guitarist Mårten Falk, flutist Camila Hoitenga, and harpist Hèloїse Dautry. In-depth info on the sessions, composer, performers, and tracks are all included as bonus enhanced CD content.  Cracks and Corrosion arrives in stores on June 30, 2009.

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