Artist
Andreas Vollenveider
"Not only are the concert halls filled to the limit the evidence that Andreas Vollenweider's music brings together hearts of people from many different countries, people of different religion, age or education, nor are ten million albums sold worldwide, but primarly it's the endless flow of personal letters sent from all over the world.“ - This quote taken from Andreas Vollenweider's official site illustrates the most accurately his widespread recognition while maintaining intimate character of his compositions.
Although he's primarily thought off as a harp player, this Swiss artist plays wind, plucked and bowed instruments as well. The foundation for the most compositions is an electro-acoustic harp – the instrument he's been the originator off, and he's faithful to since 1975.
Vollenweider is one of the most non-stereotypical musicians of our time. His compositions are characterized by unparallel, amazing climate. Not only is his music characterised by space and ambience, but also unusual movement. He states that the most important is the visual aspect of music, therefore he tries to tell stories, describe events and paint landscapes with music. As the critics say, his harp music is like a diamond – incredibly transparent, distinct and brilliant. Thank the unusual interpretations and pioneering approach to the harp, his compositions became a revelation to the audiences globally, 'though his music is hard for them to classify. Hence he's associated with different movements – world music, jazz, or even classical music.
Many awards have confirmed his recognition – among others: a Grammy Award in 1987 or a World Music Award in 1992. Perhaps the best evidence of his successful career is selling over 10 million albums in last 3 decades.
Andreas Vollenweider appeared in a show in the southern Alps at 2,500m above sea level at temerature below the freezing mark. He also played in a huge volcanic cave. He also performed in Poland in 2005 and in 2008.
The concert will take place on Saturday, July 11, 2009 at 7:00PM in “Teatr Współczesny” (The Main Hall)
From Polish translated: Marek Jastrzebski
Programme:
Title: Andreas Vollenweider
Place: Contemporary Theatre
date/hour: 11.07.2009 / 19:00
Price: brak danych
"Not only are the concert halls filled to the limit the evidence that Andreas Vollenweider's music brings together hearts of people from many different countries, people of different religion, age or education, nor are ten million albums sold worldwide, but primarly it's the endless flow of personal letters sent from all over the world.“ - This quote taken from Andreas Vollenweider's official site illustrates the most accurately his widespread recognition while maintaining intimate character of his compositions.
Although he's primarily thought off as a harp player, this Swiss artist plays wind, plucked and bowed instruments as well. The foundation for the most compositions is an electro-acoustic harp – the instrument he's been the originator off, and he's faithful to since 1975.
Vollenweider is one of the most non-stereotypical musicians of our time. His compositions are characterized by unparallel, amazing climate. Not only is his music characterised by space and ambience, but also unusual movement. He states that the most important is the visual aspect of music, therefore he tries to tell stories, describe events and paint landscapes with music. As the critics say, his harp music is like a diamond – incredibly transparent, distinct and brilliant. Thank the unusual interpretations and pioneering approach to the harp, his compositions became a revelation to the audiences globally, 'though his music is hard for them to classify. Hence he's associated with different movements – world music, jazz, or even classical music.
Many awards have confirmed his recognition – among others: a Grammy Award in 1987 or a World Music Award in 1992. Perhaps the best evidence of his successful career is selling over 10 million albums in last 3 decades.
Andreas Vollenweider appeared in a show in the southern Alps at 2,500m above sea level at temerature below the freezing mark. He also played in a huge volcanic cave. He also performed in Poland in 2005 and in 2008.
The concert will take place on Saturday, July 11, 2009 at 7:00PM in “Teatr Współczesny” (The Main Hall)
From Polish translated: Marek Jastrzebski
Programme:
Title: Andreas Vollenweider
Place: Contemporary Theatre
date/hour: 11.07.2009 / 19:00
Price: brak danych
