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Ketil Bjørnstad - The World I Used to Know (2 LP)

Ketil Bjørnstad

LP
2 piece(s)
2019
20 tracks
1 uur, 15 min

The World I Used to Know

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Product description

Dive into the evocative world of Ketil Bjørnstad with his 2019 album, "The World I Used to Know." This captivating collection of 20 tracks, spanning a generous 75 minutes, is a testament to the pianist and composer's unique ability to blend classical and jazz influences into a seamless, enchanting soundscape. Recorded at the iconic Abbey Road Studios in London, this album is a journey through time, reflecting on the transformative decade of the 1960s.

"The World I Used to Know" opens with the ethereal "Hymn for the Travelling Souls" and closes with the uplifting "Here Comes the Sun," bookending a collection that includes both original compositions and reinterpretations of beloved classics. From the haunting beauty of "Maria Wiegenlied" to the playful "Schubert Said - Again (Again)," and the soulful "I Say a Little Prayer," each track offers a distinct mood and melody, showcasing Bjørnstad's versatility and depth.

The album features a mix of languages, including Norwegian and French, adding a layer of cultural richness to the musical experience. Whether you're a longtime fan of Ketil Bjørnstad or new to his work, this album is sure to resonate, offering a blend of nostalgia and innovation that is uniquely his own.

This 2LP set was released in 2019.

Tracks

Hymn for the Travelling SoulsKetil Bjørnstad
4:35
The World I Used to KnowKetil Bjørnstad
4:34
The Elisabethan SerenadeKetil Bjørnstad
3:28
Sett deg nedKetil Bjørnstad
4:17
The JourneyKetil Bjørnstad
5:48
Der ute - der inneKetil Bjørnstad
2:53
Maria WiegenliedKetil Bjørnstad
3:15
Both Sides NowKetil Bjørnstad
3:06
La fille aux cheveux de linKetil Bjørnstad
2:41
Anna LovindaKetil Bjørnstad
2:07
Jazz RhapsodyKetil Bjørnstad
3:59
TransparenceKetil Bjørnstad
3:44
The Road to MozartKetil Bjørnstad
6:20
In Your Quiet PlaceKetil Bjørnstad
3:40
By the FjordKetil Bjørnstad
4:43
Schubert Said - Again (Again)Ketil Bjørnstad
3:28
Blue ManKetil Bjørnstad
3:40
Drømmen om havetKetil Bjørnstad
4:15
I Say a Little PrayerKetil Bjørnstad
2:36
Here Comes the SunKetil Bjørnstad
2:22

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Product specifications

Details

Album: The World I Used to Know
Artist: Ketil Bjørnstad
LP release year: 2019
Album release date: August 9, 2019
Label: Grappa Musikkforlag AS
EAN: 7033661046219
Available: No

Product information

Format: LP
Quantity: 2 piece(s)
Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 15 min
Tracks: 20 tracks

EAN

EAN: 7033661046219

Other

Limited Edition: No
Country: Europe
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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