Notwithstanding her work for orchestra, or for the septet

Songlines, or the International Female Musician’s Collective —

Sarah Chaksad continues to surprise with compositions for a

new, 13-member band. The saxophonist and composer, born

in Wohlen in 1983, has carefully assembled a large ensemble

with exceptional musicians from Germany, France, Switzerland, Norway and Brazil. It is a mixture of associates with whom she has already worked.

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Her thoughts centered on how the ensemble should sound, with how the music could be realized. Of special interest was the use of flute, tuba and basset horn - the  tenor clarinet  — instruments that had never belonged to her bands.

The result showcases the composer‘s signature, but grows

from her earlier projects. The music is open and risky, without

sacrificing flow, drive or intensity.

Sarah creates a rich palette of colors and moods. In addition, she sculpts sound spaces within for individual instruments and combinations. She makes sophisticated use of the variety and flexibility that the new band offers her. On this musical journey, she sometimes travels by bus, sometimes by tandem — always with brilliant colleagues. Together they take us on a wondrous and entertaining adventure.