MUSIC / SOUND DESIGN

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SvanZini, also known as Svein Hansen,

is a multi-instrumentalist and composer who has had a lifelong passion for music and instruments. Starting in the early 1950s, SvanZini's first instrument was a guitar, which became a crucial part of his life. From there, his interest in music and the variety of musical styles expanded exponentially.

SvanZini's musical journey led him to explore a wide range of genres, including Pop, Rock, Blues, Rhythm and Blues, Funk, Jazz, African, Brazilian, Cuban, Argentinian, Indian, Turkish, European music, Norwegian folk music, and more. This diverse exposure to different styles of music allowed him to gather a rich tapestry of influences and inspirations.

With an array of instruments at his command, SvanZini has honed his skills on various musical tools.

His instrumental repertoire includes guitars, bass, drums, percussion, keyboards, trumpet, harmonica, WX5 wind controller, and flutes. This versatility and proficiency across multiple instruments have allowed SvanZini to express his musical ideas and creativity in a broad spectrum of sounds and textures.

A personal mantra that SvanZini adheres to is the idea of using the secrets he has learned from different music styles and cultures with loving care. This approach reflects a deep appreciation for the unique qualities and characteristics found in various musical traditions, and a desire to incorporate them thoughtfully into his own compositions and performances.

Overall, SvanZini's musical journey and his mastery of multiple instruments contribute to his ability to create diverse and captivating music that draws on a wide range of influences.

Spring Fever

Interaction between SvanZini and Laara Stinnerbom.

SvanZini: Electric Guitar, Bass, Percussion, Kalimba and Marimba.

Laara Stinnerbom: Vocal chant.

Inspired by Nordic World Music, in the face of Cuban and African percussion.

Drawing on the cover are made by: Anja Stinnerbom.

Photo: Arne S. Gjone

NEW SINGLE RELEASE May 17, 2024

Laara Stinnerbom