Sat April 18, 2015
20:30

Sarah Neufeld & Colin Stetson (CAN/USA)

Sarah Neufeld: violin
Colin Stetson: saxophones

The Montreal based duo of Colin Stetson and Sarah Neufeld, both known for their unique and acclaimed solo outings (as well as for their involvement in bands such as Arcade Fire and Bon Iver), combines their respective solo approaches in a way that is both seamless and uncompromising. Keeping with the parameters of minimalist, non-use of overdubs or looping technology employed in their previous solo recordings, Stetson and Neufeld create rich and exotic soundscapes and song structures wherein Neufeld’s violin and voice meet the myriad sounds of Stetson’s saxophones, clarinets, and muted vocalizations to create a sound that is reminiscent of earlier works, yet entirely new and surprising. (Pressetext)

“Hero Brother... stands very much alone as an artistic statement, calmly ravishing and emotionally centered.” (The NY Times)

“Stetson demolishes clichés to unleash fresh, unexpected energies. It’s like being inside an enormous brass tunnel full of windy byways and slamming valves, at once exhilarating and frightening.” (Pitchfork)