MUSIC
An international trio of versatile musicians from jazz and early music creates a unique, dreamlike journey, painting soundscapes and colors with their imaginative compositions.
Taking inspiration from medieval melodies from the 1200th century, the group combines the sounds of a human voice, piano, amplified viola da gamba with effects and medieval harp. In their program "AER", the group dives into the chants of Hildegard von Bingen (1098-1179), Pérotin (13th century), gregorian melodies and 13th century pilgrimidge songs, transforming the ancient melodies into beautiful and relaxing cinematic soundscapes. Their own compositions speak the same modal language as the medieval melodies, and connect the centuries into each other. The group released their debut album for Outhere Music / Fuga Libera 2021 and second album "Komorebi" 2023.
Aino Peltomaa - voice & medieval harp
Harmen Fraanje - piano, synthesizer
Mikko Perkola - viola da gamba & effects
Recorded and Mixed by TUUKKA TERVO
Filmed by HENRI MELAANVUO
Edited by ANTTI PELTOMAA
Recorded by FRANK VAN DER WEIJ & FOKKE VAN SANNE
Mixed by FRANK VAN DER WEIJ AND ANTTI PELTOMAA
Video by JOZEF DÉVILLE
Ensemble Gamut! is a fresh, experimental collective of early music and folk music specialists, who are constantly searching for new ways to perform early music. Extensive experience of medieval, renaissance and baroque music, Finnish folk music and improvisation as well as strong curiosity for new soundscapes create a unique combination of colors.
Aino Peltomaa, soprano, percussions, harp
Ilkka Heinonen, The finnish bowed lyre, “jouhikko”, g-violone
Juho Myllylä, recorders, electronics
Recorded by JYRI SARIOLA and MATTI FREDRIKSSON
Mix and Master by JYRI SARIOLA,
Filmed by JYRI SARIOLA,
Video Edit by ANTTI PELTOMAA
[´ka:mos]
Kaamos ; ['ka:mos] / (The period of darkness in Finland when the sun does not rise over the horizon).
An international collaboration of Aino Peltomaa/FIN (voice) and Nathan Wouters/BE (double bass/electronics), exploring light and darkness and the endless possibilities of their instruments. From delicate, fragile acoustic textures up to overwhealming spectral soundscapes. Aino’s lyrics inspired by Finnish mythology combined with Nathan’s compositions create a unique journey in and beyond the perception of time. Combining written material interlinked with improvisation the duo creates a unique pallet of colours to tickle their audiences ears. ['ka:mos] released their debut album for Aspen Edities 2019.
Aino Peltomaa: Vocals / Lyrics Nathan Wouters: Double Bass / Electronics / Compositions
Recorded, Mixed, Edited and Filmed by ERIK BOGAERTS
Harmony of the Spheres
Harmony of the Spheres is a crossover project combining different musical traditions with visual designs and soundscapes exploring space and time. In the center there are songs by Hildegard von Bingen (1098 - 1179) medieval nun, mystic, healer and composer who had Divine visions throughout her life. These songs are accompanied by 3D surround soundscapes that are based on ratios of planetary orbits, following ideas presented by Pythagoras and Ptolemy and later developed by Kepler and Newton. The accent idea was that celestial bodies - sun, moon and planets - have their own orbital resonance, a metaphysical hum that can be reduced to numerical proportions creating musical harmony. Our aim is to explore cosmology and humanity by creating a journey to the solar system and our minds - to have a meditative moment with beautiful sounds and visions.
Aino Peltomaa - Voice
Antti Peltomaa - Soundscapes and Bouzouki
Jorma Kalevi Louhivuori - Trumpet
https://www.facebook.com/harmonyofspheres/
Filmed by HENRI MELAANVUO, TANIA MOILANEN
Edited by ANTTI PELTOMAA,
Aino Peltomaa & Eija Kankaanranta
The new duo by Aino Peltomaa and Eija Kankaanranta offers an exceptional combination of kanteles, medieval harp, vocals, bells and electronics, bringing the audience to a journey through ancient and modern day Finland. Their programme combines elements from medieval Bridgettine chant, contemporary music, traditional Finnish music and improvisation. The duo has been invited to the November Music Festival 2021, The Netherlands.
Aino Peltomaa, voice, harp, electronics
Eija Kankaanranta, concert kantele, 15-string kantele, electronics
Recorded and Filmed by ANTTI PELTOMAA
Amor Céu
Medieval music ensemble
Aino Peltomaa, soprano, harp, percussion
Eira Karlson, mezzosoprano, fidel
Anna-Maaria Oramo, voice, clavisimbalum
Corina Marti, recorders, organetto
Recorded and Filmed by ANTTI PELTOMAA
Sufira
A trio, specialized in medieval, renessaince and contemporary music.
Aino Peltomaa, soprano, recorder, harp, percusisons
Eira Karlson, mezzosoprano, fidel
Susanna Tollet, alto, recorders, lyre,
Original compositions inspired by ancient greek writings
Lasse Lindgren, compositions, bass, synthesizer
Aino Peltomaa, vocals, harp, percussions
Tuukka Tervo, synthesizer