After four years of collaboration that included the highly acclaimed album A Deux, as well as numerous concerts in both home and abroad, Klaus Paier u0026 Asja Valcic officially joined forces as a duo. The recently released Silk Road (ACT), which was recorded with accordion and cello, is a beautiful symbiosis between two very special sonic languages. Klaus Paier, the internationally recognized master of the accordion and bandeon with unique playing skills, and Asja Valcic, who mainly plays in the renowned string ensemble radio.string.quartet.vienna, create pieces that take you on an extensive journey through various musical landscapes. South American sounds are matched by music from Southern and Eastern Europe. Jazz meets elements of blues and jazz, as traditional tango meets classical music, French musette, and the waltz. It could not be more diverse and vibrant. Asja Valcic and Klaus Paier, who first met through a collaboration a few years back, have a musical journey that is characterized by an openness to all sides. The duo doesn’t conform to stylistic limitations, which ultimately manifests in their songs that are rich in tonal variety. The intangible elegance of these exceptional musicians is what makes their music so unique. Everything has style, from the melodies to the repeated motifs to the intricate arrangements to the elegant sound. It is amazing to see how the Carinthian/Croation duo infuses masterful compositions full of irresistible lightness, emotion and creativity. Music export.at
