Octet Ensemble
| Octet Ensemble | |
|---|---|
 Octet Ensemble Octet Ensemble photo by Ken Goodman. Performance at Carnegie Hall in 2011. | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | New York, New York, United States |
| Genres | Contemporary classical |
| Occupation(s) | Chamber ensemble |
| Years active | 2011-present |
| Labels | Belarca |
| Website | www.octetensemble.com |
| Members |
Alan Ferber Mike Gurfield Mellissa Hughes Elaine Kwon Eleonore Oppenheim Demetrius Spaneas William Susman Greg Zuber |
Octet Ensemble is an American contemporary music ensemble based in New York City.[1] The group is especially unique in its instrumentation, consisting essentially of a scaled-down big band: saxophone, trumpet, trombone, double bass drums, piano, electric piano, and vocals.[2] The ensemble was founded by American composer William Susman in 2011 and their debut album, Scatter My Ashes, was released through Belarca Records in 2014 to favorable reviews.[3][4][5][6]
Discography
- Scatter My Ashes Camille, Scatter My Ashes, Piano Concerto and, Moving In To An Empty Space performed by OCTET ensemble
References
- ↑ "Octet Ensemble" http://octetensemble.com/
- ↑ "Chambermusic.org" http://www.chamber-music.org/member/octet
- ↑ "Naxos of America" Susman: Scatter My Ashes
- ↑ "Belarca Records" http://belarca.com/releases/scatter-my-ashes.php
- ↑ "Textura Review" http://www.textura.org/archives/s/susman_scattermyashes.htm
- ↑ "FAME Review" http://www.acousticmusic.com/fame/p09728.htm