Henrik Lindstrand and Halvcirkel - The Transformer Session (2023) [Hi-Res]

Composer and pianist Henrik Lindstrand’s fourth album, ‘Klangland’, was a departure from his lauded solo piano trilogy and saw him utilising a stirring and dramatic string section to elevate his emotive, minimalist compositions. On ‘The Transformer Session’ he was joined by the Nordic string quartet Halvcirkel to record in a former Transformer Station outside of Copenhagen.

The four track EP is an intimate example of Henrik’s expedition into the world of string arrangement, favouring a smaller ensemble to the 16-piece he recorded with for the album. The setting he creates with this session is one of exquisite harmonies that never compromise the delicacy of the pieces themselves. It’s a striking balance that provides depth, as well as giving the listener the chance to sit behind the creative curtain and get inside of Henrik’s process.