- 2026-04-15
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MUSIC
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Christian Balvig Releases New Song “Bird Suite II - Praesentia”
Oslo-based Danish composer Christian Balvig released a new song “Bird Suite II - Praesentia” on April 10, 2026.
The song will appear on his upcoming sophomore album “Find And You Will Seek”, which is set to be released in May, 2026.
He recorded it with Danish string group Ensemble Hermes.
The track is the second part of a 3-part Suite written and performed on a custom made “Keybird” piano, which is an una-corda (one string pr note) piano that gives a more subtle and intimate sound.
On top of it is a lush and emotional string ensemble arrangement with Ensemble Hermes in multiple layers fluctuating in and out of the keybird piano.
Christian Balvig said of the song, “I always find the saying from Descartes 'I think, therefore I am' a bit off since I often get lost ruminating in my own thoughts. I would like to rewrite it to 'I listen, therefore I am', since I find it impossible to listen and not be present. Coming out in spring, BirdSuite is inspired by spring birds that somehow always reminds us to be present when we are walking around in our own thoughts during spring.”- The new album is his first solo album in three years, following the 2023 album “Night Poem”.
The record backed by Ensemble Hermes, grew organically out of this background of experiences and is music that appeals to listeners seeking original, immersive music with space for reflection and contemplation. - source : Apple Music
