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Notes fall like raindrops, quickening pace as the clouds gather. The piano melody splish sploshes into the electronic soundscape; the trees become denser, the journey more profound. Belle Chen‘s album Ravel In The Forest, released on the Platoon label, leads the listener through ancient woodland, quiet clearings and tropical canopies. We’re accompanied by birds, a chameleon, a dragonfly – the wonder of the natural world is imbued into this imaginary space.
Fresh off the 2024 EFG London Jazz Festival, Belle is praised as an artist that is ‘Original and provocative… feels like the sense of discovery’ (Brian Eno). The Australian Music Prize-nominated artist’s latest album charted at #7 on UK Official Chart (Specialist Classical) and #15 on Australia’s ARIA Chart (Classical).
In her live shows, Belle takes a quirky, yet tender approach to musical storytelling. With the unmistakable influences of Maurice Ravel, Ryuichi Sakamoto and Joe Hisaishi’s melodic sweetness shining through, Belle blends sonic synth explorations, classical virtuosity, and free flowing improvisations that feel equally at home on jazz or experimental stages.
Don't miss this special solo performance, for one night only in Brighton.
"This show deserved the standing ovation it received, a true spectacle like no other I’ve seen in EartH Theatre before.” - Ryan Taylor, EartH and Village Underground
"There are few places more beautiful, or serene than the universe of pianist-composer Belle Chen’s new album ‘Ravel In The Forest’ " - Steve Clarke, Flush the Fashion
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~ Swimming through universes of classical, experimental, electronica & jazz ~
"An absorbing performance by a unique musical innovator.” – Chris Reid, Limelight
“Beautiful pieces and flawless execution… A delightful surprise for all of your senses.” – Headphone Commute
Belle Chen’s music is a curious blend of classical, jazz, experimental and world genres. Her approach to music often reveals elements of surprise and wonder, whilst retaining the tonal aesthetic of classical and post-classical language. She draws upon textures ranging from experimental, jazz, and world genres.
As a pianist-composer, Belle’s works have been nominated for Australian Music Prize, handpicked as Classic FM’s Album of The Weekend, ABC Classic FM’s Feature Album, and is frequently heard on radio across UK, Europe, Australia, and North America. Her recent commissions and syncs include those for BBC Sounds, BBC Concert Orchestra, Gucci Archive, London Fashion Week, Shanghai Fashion Week, and The Joffrey Ballet Chicago.
www.bellechen.com
Read More"An absorbing performance by a unique musical innovator.” – Chris Reid, Limelight
“Beautiful pieces and flawless execution… A delightful surprise for all of your senses.” – Headphone Commute
Belle Chen’s music is a curious blend of classical, jazz, experimental and world genres. Her approach to music often reveals elements of surprise and wonder, whilst retaining the tonal aesthetic of classical and post-classical language. She draws upon textures ranging from experimental, jazz, and world genres.
As a pianist-composer, Belle’s works have been nominated for Australian Music Prize, handpicked as Classic FM’s Album of The Weekend, ABC Classic FM’s Feature Album, and is frequently heard on radio across UK, Europe, Australia, and North America. Her recent commissions and syncs include those for BBC Sounds, BBC Concert Orchestra, Gucci Archive, London Fashion Week, Shanghai Fashion Week, and The Joffrey Ballet Chicago.
www.bellechen.com
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