There’s only one way to fully appreciate the genius of Vyacheslav Artyomov. You have to listen to everything he’s written. Case in point: this third Divine Art release features Solo Fide: scenes from the ballet after Tolstoy’s “Road to Calvary.” But Solo Fide isn’t just a suite of ballet numbers. It’s parts three and four of a massive five-part […]
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Artyomov’s Gentle Emanation is Powerful Music
How to describe the music of Vyacheslav Artyomov? Imagine combining the structures of Arvo Pärt, the ethereal sound clouds of Kaija Saariaho, the intensity of György Ligeti, and the deep spirituality of John Tavener. Artyomov has a unique compositional voice that, while sharing elements with the afore-named composers, communicates in a musical language that’s all […]