"Brauns: DAUGAVA" is a captivating choral and avant-garde album by Mārtiņš Brauns, released on August 10, 2018, under the SKANI label. This 47-minute journey through sound is a testament to Brauns' unique compositional style, blending traditional choral elements with avant-garde experimentation. The album features 18 tracks, each offering a distinct atmosphere, from the hauntingly beautiful "Mother of Darkness" to the powerful and rhythmic "The Oath." Brauns draws inspiration from Latvian folklore and history, as evidenced by tracks like "Song of Exile" and "The Red-White Flag," creating a deeply resonant and culturally rich listening experience. The album's standout piece, "Daugava," pays homage to the river that flows through Latvia, embodying the spirit and essence of the land. "Brauns: DAUGAVA" is a remarkable exploration of sound, showcasing Mārtiņš Brauns' mastery of choral and avant-garde music.
2018 SKANI2018 SKANI/Latvijas Koncerti
Tracks
GatheringMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Mother of DarknessMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Awake, AriseMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
The Small SunMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Wind of LongingMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Song of AngerMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Mother DaugavaMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava, Agate Burkina
Song of ExileMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
DemonsMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
AlarmMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
The RavenMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Hark!Mārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
The Red-White FlagMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
The OathMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
RailsMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
Song of the SpiritsMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
The MountainMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava, Voldemārs Karpačs
Sun, Thunder, DaugavaMārtiņš Brauns, Latvian Radio Choir, Sigvards Kļava
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