EP release: Ensemble Ex Materia A/B @ Arpaviva Recordings, France
Ensemble Ex Materia, a genre-defying classical crossover group, unveils its latest lineup with a powerful new two-track EP, A/B, releasing in April 2025.
And great news! “Low Earth Orbit” has been selected for inclusion in the listening room at this year’s International Computer Music Conference (ICMC) in Boston, taking place from June 8–14.
A/B features an international roster of innovative musicians.
Performers on the EP:
Strotter Inst. (CH) – Prepared Turntables
Johanna Sandels (SE) – Electronics
Jérôme Descamps (PF) – Trombone
Tessa Brinckman (US) – Bass Flute, Percussion, Melodica
Victoria Jordanova (US) – Harp
Peter Vukmirovic Stevens (FR) – Piano, Synths, Arrangements
Characterized by rich, contrasting textures and cinematic depth, this EP combines atmospheric electro-acoustic works, avant-garde classical methods, and raw improvisation. Each track unfolds as a dialogue between tradition and innovation, where the organic warmth of acoustic instruments meets the dynamic energy of electronic manipulation. A/B is both meditative and exhilarating.