Tord Gustavsen

Renowned for subtle lyricism and a breath-taking use of space and dynamic, the Norwegian pianist and composer creates a mesmerising setting for the entrancing warmth and vibrancy of German/Afghan singer Simin Tander and the delicately nuanced drumming of long-standing partner Jarle Vespestad.

Gustavsen transforms the traditions of Norwegian church music in an imaginatively un-traditional approach that adds new settings of the Persian visionary Rumi's revelatory lyrics and more contemporary texts.