LIFE

Violinist Mari Samuelsen announces the release of an extended version of her third DG album LIFE, which is a musical exploration of the phenomenon of motherhood and welcoming a new life into the world. The violinist, who is known for her vibrant and imaginative programming as well as her passionate and virtuosic playing, was inspired by the moods she encountered during the first stages of parenthood: curiosity, frustration, love and happiness. These moods are mirrored in the album through her choice of repertoire with works by contemporary composers such as Olivia Belli, Bryce Dessner, Ludovico Einaudi, Nils Frahm, Jóhann Jóhannsson, Mário Laginha, Hania Rani, Max Richter, Steve Reich and Schubert.  The deluxe verison features six new tracks by different composers, such as Bryce Dessner, Gonoud, Phiip Glass, Bartók as well as Brahms.  

Listen to a first pre-release track, a rendition of Gounod’s Ave Maria, CG 89a, which is inspired by Bach’s iconic Prélude in C Major, BWV 846. The full album is released digitally on 13 December and is now available for pre-order.