Name: As Seen Through Windows
Brand: Bell Orchestre

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2023-04-28

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Bell Orchestre

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Post Rock

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Erased Tapes

Bell Orchestre is a unique musical ensemble consisting of Richard Reed Parry on upright bass, keyboard, and percussion; Sarah Neufeld on violin; Stefan Schneider on drums and percussion; Pietro Amato on French horn and electronics; Kaveh Nabatian on trumpet and melodica; and Mike Feuerstack on lap steel guitar. Their music blends various instruments to create captivating melodies that transcend genres.

With their diverse range of talents, Bell Orchestre has carved out a distinct sound that sets them apart from other artists in the industry. Each member brings their own expertise to the table, resulting in a harmonious fusion of classical, experimental, and indie influences.

Similar artists to *Bell Orchestre* include Do Make Say Think, Esmerine, Fridge, Sarah Neufeld (solo work), Penguin Cafe Orchestra, The Necks, ALL HANDS_MAKE LIGHT, Faten Kanaan, Hanakiv, Szun Waves, Fire! Orchestra,
The Declining Winter,
Craven Faults,
Xylouris White,
Wacław Zimpel,
Ligeti Quartet,
OZmotic,
Rob Mazurek,
Saint Abdullah,and Colin Stetson.

Erased Tapes Records is a London-based record label established in 2007 by Robert Raths, also known as Ghostworker. With the label code LC 15952, Erased Tapes has become renowned for its diverse roster of *artists* and *performers*. The label's focus lies on releasing avant-garde and experimental music across various genres, including ambient, electronic, and modern classical. Erased Tapes has gained a reputation for nurturing talented musicians and pushing boundaries within the industry. Their commitment to quality and innovation has made them a trusted source for unique and captivating musical experiences.
At Erased Tapes, they believe that music should be an immersive journey that transcends traditional boundaries. They strive to create an environment where artists can freely express their creativity while receiving support from a dedicated team of professionals. By fostering close relationships with their *artists*, Erased Tapes ensures that each release is treated with care and attention to detail.
Over the years, Erased Tapes has built an impressive catalog of critically acclaimed albums that have resonated with listeners worldwide. From the ethereal compositions of Nils Frahm to the mesmerizing soundscapes of A Winged Victory For The Sullen, each release showcases the label's commitment to showcasing groundbreaking talent.

Bell Orchestre is a collaborative instrumental group based in Montreal. Whose six members come from wildly divergent musical backgrounds, and the unlikely chemistry that results from their collaboration is the very thing that sustains their connection. It’s as if the group as a whole has tapped into a very particular, very distinct energy: like that of an approaching storm. In many ways, Bell Orchestre is the sum of not only its parts but the sum of its influences and inspirations

Expanding further on the foundation that Recording a Tape the Colour of the Light laid, the group refined and tightened their sound on this masterpiece.

Bell Orchestre retreated to Banff Centre in the rocky mountains of Alberta to write the follow-up to their debut album. The title As Seen Through Windows is inspired by the rehearsal space where it was written. The room had two exterior walls entirely made of windows, and with the cinematic view of the mountains they saw occasional herds of elks and deer’s passing by.

The specifics of time and place, the elemental forces at work outside, and those forces that exist inside, all come into play within Bell Orchestre’s musical process. This particular music could be made by no one else at no other time in history.&nbsp;

The album was produced by John McEntire (Stereolab, Jeff Parker), drummer and producer of the legendary Chicago post-rock band Tortoise. McEntire had been the group’s dream producer to work with. “I think I was more starstruck around John McEntire than I’d been around anyone before,” says violinist Sarah Neufeld. McEntire was up for trying anything in the studio, and inspired the band endlessly.

Now looking back at the recording sessions, lap steel guitarist Michael Feuerstack remembers “I don’t know how aware we were of the uniqueness of our bond and the resulting methods of music making, but they are very evident across this recording.”&nbsp;

Following the original release, they went on to tour the world, from festivals and theatres to small venues.

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