Traditional and contemporary sounds rub shoulders in the music of this internationally renowned Scottish/Finnish duo based in Norway, whose three albums have all been awarded Top Of The World status from Songlines.
“absolute masters of their instruments…magnificent” 5/5,
(Fiona Talkington/Songlines)
Telepathic interplay, playful improvisation and timbral explorations are a hallmark of their music, which dances across the whole spectrum of emotions from radiant joy to quiet despair, engaging both the body and the mind of the listener.
A tradition-bearer of the old Highland fiddle style, Sarah-Jane Summers also has a master’s degree in Norwegian folk music & improvisation from The Norwegian Academy of Music. She is a critically acclaimed soloist and composer, has released two albums of experimental music for solo violin, and has played with Susanna Wallumrød, Highasakite, Quatuor Bozzini and GRIT Orchestra.
Juhani Silvola is a sought-after guitarist, composer of electro-acoustic contemporary music and record producer. He plays with, amongst others, Frode Haltli’s Avant Folk, and has released three solo albums.
Photo: Jenny Berger Myhre
