Aranis

Flemish ensemble Aranis play original music that blends classical chamber music elements with the rhythmic drive and pulse of rock and minimalism. Based in Antwerp and led by composer/bassist Joris Vanvinckenroye, the core group has no drummer and strongly emphasizes acoustic instrumentation. In addition to Vanvinckenroye, the bandmembers have included flutist Jana Arns; violinists Linde de Groof and Liesbeth Lambrecht; violist Stefan Wellens; accordionist Marjolein Cools; guitarist Stijn Denys; and either Axelle Kennes, Ward De Vleeschhouwer, or Pierre Chevalier on piano. A...