Peteris Vasks Strings

• Features a chamber ensemble inspired by Pēteris Vasks’ piece 'Voices'.
• Recorded with small sections and first chair soloists from the Sinfonietta Riga.
• Captures a unique sonic character with a wide set of articulations.
• Recorded at St. John’s church in Riga, Latvia, enhancing the acoustic quality.
• Requires Kontakt for use.

Product Overview

Peteris Vasks Strings is a chamber ensemble that captures the unique character and color inspired by the composer’s work, particularly his piece 'Voices'. Featuring small sections and first chair soloists from Sinfonietta Riga, the library is recorded at St. John’s Church in Riga, Latvia, providing an intimate yet resonant sound ideal for nuanced compositions.

Details

The library includes violins, violas, celli, and basses, offering a wide range of articulations that blend dissonance with beauty. Articulations encompass sustains, staccatos, spiccato, pizzicato, and various legato styles, including lyrical and expressive options. Unique 'gestures' such as whispered sustains and glissandi add experimental textures to the sound palette.

Three dynamic layers are available, with con sordino dynamics for softer passages, allowing for a beautifully colored sound. The ensemble features six mic positions, including spot and tree configurations, enabling detailed control over the mix. This setup enhances the playability and realism, making it suitable for both solo and ensemble contexts.

With its focus on intimate reverence and a rich tonal character, Peteris Vasks Strings is well-suited for scoring that requires emotional depth and complexity, particularly in film and contemporary classical settings.