Tradition entwirren

The celebrated Norwegian mezzo-soprano Tone Kummervold, whose talent captivates audiences both at home and on the international stage, is releasing her highly anticipated debut album, "Unravel Tradition." Known for her memorable performances at the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet, her dynamic collaborations with the Oslo Philharmonic, and outstanding international appearances with the Orchestre Philharmonique de Radio France and the Prague State Opera, Kummervold's debut album offers an overview of her artistic versatility. A true highlight of the album is a world premiere of the song cycle "Indian Love Songs," which Eva Holm Foosnæs wrote especially for her. For this, Holm Foosnæs set poems by the Indian poet and political activist Sarojini Naidu (1879-1949) to music. The composer herself says: "This work is a musical tribute to Sarojini Naidu. It is intended to reflect the colorful and lyrical character of the text, while simultaneously incorporating elements of a more traditional art song form." Another significant composition on the album is "Angela's Confessional," an aria from the opera "The Listeners," composed by Grammy-nominated Missy Mazzoli and librettist Royce Vavrek. The aria was created in a burst of creativity just three weeks before the world premiere of the opera at the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet in 2022 and was written specifically for Kummervold's voice. This piece, together with the other tracks on the album, weaves a vibrant tapestry of classical vocal music and showcases Tone's dedication to exploration and experimentation within a dynamic musical landscape.