Wild Swans Album Release 8-11-23!

 
 
 

Diane Maltester and Nancy Bachmann take listeners on a mesmerizing musical journey with "Wild Swans."

Contemporary composer Nancy Bachmann has created a sensation with her latest album, "Wild Swans," thrilling listeners with a variety of expressive and progressive sounds. Released under Navona Records, this extraordinary album showcases Bachmann's compositions for the talented clarinetist, Diane Maltester, with the promise to delight music lovers everywhere.

 The musical journey includes compositions for woodwind quintet, trios, duos, and solo clarinet - stopping along the way to highlight the creative energy of Bachmann and the superb artistry of Maltester.

 As one explores the exquisite compositions on "Wild Swans," it becomes clear that Bachmann's brilliance and versatility shines through on every track, highlighted by the performance of Maltester and all the collaborators, resulting in a captivating mix of wildness and grace.

“Over the years I have had the opportunity to compose several solo and chamber works for clarinetist Diane Maltester. Her extraordinary technique and exquisite musicality made each project a joy to complete.

We often said, ‘We need to record these!’ It has finally happened. Wild Swans is a collection of music for a variety of clarinet ensembles. Each showcases the remarkable musical skill and sensitivity of Ms. Maltester.”
— Composer Nancy Bachmann