Aranis
Flemish avant-rock group / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Aranis are a Flemish acoustic avant-rock, experimental and neo-classical chamber music group led by composer and contrabass player Joris Vanvinckenroye.[1] Their music has been described as a blend of "chamber classical and rock",[4] "Chamber Music Rock",[5] and "Belgian chamber rock" with elements of East and Southern European folk music.[6] Aranis have recorded six albums, and have performed live at a number of European venues, including the Rock in Opposition festivals in Carmaux, France.[2][3] They made their American concert debut at NEARfest Apocalypse at Zoellner Arts Center, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania in June 2012.
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Background information | |
Origin | Belgium |
Genres | Avant-rock, experimental, neo-classical chamber, minimalism[1] |
Years active | 2002–present[2] |
Labels | Home Records |
Members | Joris Vanvinckenroye Liesbeth Lambrecht Marjolein Cools Stijn Denys Jana Arns[3] |
Past members | Linde de Groof Axelle Kennes Ward De Vleeschhouwer[3] |
Website | www |
A biography of the group at All About Jazz said that "[i]n concert, Aranis creates an unforgettable atmosphere. Variation and expressivity hold the audience riveted. Chaotic structures and virtuoso crescendos alternate with serene intervals."[7]