In the expansive realm of music, where each note weaves its own tale, Three Essential Elements (ThrEE) introduces “Embrace,” a compilation that truly embodies a global musical journey. This album, distributed by Neuma Records, is accessible on numerous streaming platforms (from March 21, 2025) or in CD format, available for purchase directly from the distributor’s website. It captures the spirit of eight unique cultural narratives, brought to life by composers from seven different countries.
“A testament to what music can be “
A Musical Tapestry
There are many ways for music to engage the listening ear; some strident and challenging, some cozy and nourishing. The composers belonging to the worldwide collective, Three Essential Elements, Inc. share a mission for the latter: embracing connections between composers, performers, and listeners (the ‘three essential elements’) through new chamber music.
Created by Classical composers from seven nations (including the UK, US, France, Portugal, and Russia), the eight pieces on Embrace beckon listeners to experience the light of Greece shining upon the Parthenon; the Paris that Gershwin explored; a springtime at Lake Ladoga in Russia; the forest home of the Fenghuang of East Asian mythology; the American Dust Bowl era of work, worry and war; the nurturing water flowing from the Wicklow Mountains of Ireland; an extravagant garden where a lover’s question is contemplated; and a humoresque inspired by the personalities of the playful performers.
Not ones to shrink from tonal harmonies and soaring melodies, exquisitely performed, this new-wine-in-old-bottles collection serves as a rich reward to those who feared that living composers have not been speaking to – let alone embracing – them.
The Athens-based piano trio, Galan Trio is known for their passionate and energetic interpretations of a wide variety of original chamber music. Joining them in this program is star flutist of the Greek National Opera, Zacharias Tarpagkos.
- Garry D. W. Judd: In the Light of Greece (and the Parthenon Sculptures)
- Ilan Chouraki: George in Paris
- Igor Vorobyov: Spring on the Ladoga
- Véronique Bracco: The Forest: A Tale of the Fenghuang
- Thomas Bramel: Wallingford: Work, Worry, War
- Vincent Kennedy: Rain, Water and Life
- Vasco M. N. Pereira: O jardim extravagante – The Fancy Garden
- David Martynuik : Humoresque
Embracing Connections
“Embrace” is more than just an album; it’s a statement on the connection between composers, performers, and listeners – the three essential elements of music. It’s an invitation to explore, to feel connected, and to appreciate the diversity of human experience through the universal language of music.
Conclusion
“Embrace” by Three Essential Elements, distributed by Neuma Records, is a testament to what music can be – a journey, a story, and a connection. It’s available on your favorite streaming platforms, ready to take you on a musical voyage around the globe. Let “Embrace” be your soundtrack to discovering the world through the art of composition and performance.
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