○○○○●HAUSCHKA, real name Volker Bertelmann, is hoping to follow in the footsteps of rising star and labelmate Max Richter with his new release Ferndorf.
And this LP, inspired by the German-born contemporary classical composer and pianist's relationship with his hometown of Ferndorf in western Germany, has a lot going for it.
The work is led by Bertelmann's prepared piano - a version of the instrument with innards modified in a variety of inventive ways by Hauschka, such as wedging cork between strings or covering hammers with aluminium - as are his previous three releases.
However where before Hauschka was experimenting, here there is a depth to his work, with strings and electronica backings used to great effect.
As a result, Ferndorf is a place I'd recommend you to visit.
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