Album insights
Violinist Mari Samuelsen releases an expanded edition of her third DG album, "LIFE," exploring motherhood and the arrival of new life. Inspired by the emotions of early parenthood - curiosity, frustration, love, and joy - her vibrant and imaginative programming and passionate, virtuosic playing shine through. The album features contemporary composers like Olivia Belli, Bryce Dessner, Ludovico Einaudi, Nils Frahm, Jóhann Jóhannsson, Mário Laginha, Hania Rani, Max Richter, Steve Reich, and Schubert. Additionally, the deluxe version includes six new tracks from various composers such as Brye Dessner, Gounod, Philip Glass, Bartók, and Brahms.