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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I'm a very keen admirer of Johann Johannssons work and this addition is very welcome indeed.
Firstly it should be pointed out that this is the soundtrack to the film Varmints which is only 24 minutes long. The film can be downloaded from the iTunes site as its not generally available on DVD. The book of the film is available on Amazon. It's not suprising then that this CD is short.
The CD is a collection of sweeping 'classical' pieces with the very clever use of sounds, soprano voice, choir and organ. Even without the pictures, the music is emotionally stirring and its no suprise that it reflects the emotions in the film. The soundtrack has won awards and many of the more pleasant reviews on imdb reflect the connection between the music and the film.
If you are completely new to Johann Johannson's work then I would recommend Englaborn but this is eminently accessible and engaging music. Well worth listening to.
Firstly it should be pointed out that this is the soundtrack to the film Varmints which is only 24 minutes long. The film can be downloaded from the iTunes site as its not generally available on DVD. The book of the film is available on Amazon. It's not suprising then that this CD is short.
The CD is a collection of sweeping 'classical' pieces with the very clever use of sounds, soprano voice, choir and organ. Even without the pictures, the music is emotionally stirring and its no suprise that it reflects the emotions in the film. The soundtrack has won awards and many of the more pleasant reviews on imdb reflect the connection between the music and the film.
If you are completely new to Johann Johannson's work then I would recommend Englaborn but this is eminently accessible and engaging music. Well worth listening to.
9 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By klaher
Format:Audio CD
This album is a soundtrack to a Marc Craste animated film which came out last year, but has just become available more widely.
Most of the pieces start with piano, but are joined by strings, and in the main is quite uplifting. There are some ambient sounds added in here and there (birds, thunder) but quite low in the mix, which is a nice touch. Other tracks feature skyscrapingly high otherworldly choirs. As far as reference points go, it's vaguely reminiscent of Arvo Part, though the strings are far more dramatic. Some of the pieces are a little under-realised, and finish just when they are getting going, but at the same time the short duration time makes them more digestible.
It's quite chilled out in places (The Flat, Pods, Dying City), these pieces sounding almost Eno-like. Like a lot of soundtracks, similar musical themes crop up over the course of the soundtrack which makes it a cohesive listen.
A brooding, church-like organ permeates Siren Song, giving it a pleasingly foreboding atmosphere.
The album is definitely worth your time, at only 36 minutes it's quite digestible and is both uplifting and serene. Check it out if you like Peter Broderick's classical diversion, or even Nick Cave and Warren Ellis' soundtrack to The Road (especially on Escape).
Most of the pieces start with piano, but are joined by strings, and in the main is quite uplifting. There are some ambient sounds added in here and there (birds, thunder) but quite low in the mix, which is a nice touch. Other tracks feature skyscrapingly high otherworldly choirs. As far as reference points go, it's vaguely reminiscent of Arvo Part, though the strings are far more dramatic. Some of the pieces are a little under-realised, and finish just when they are getting going, but at the same time the short duration time makes them more digestible.
It's quite chilled out in places (The Flat, Pods, Dying City), these pieces sounding almost Eno-like. Like a lot of soundtracks, similar musical themes crop up over the course of the soundtrack which makes it a cohesive listen.
A brooding, church-like organ permeates Siren Song, giving it a pleasingly foreboding atmosphere.
The album is definitely worth your time, at only 36 minutes it's quite digestible and is both uplifting and serene. Check it out if you like Peter Broderick's classical diversion, or even Nick Cave and Warren Ellis' soundtrack to The Road (especially on Escape).
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
EXQUISITE SILENCE, STILLNESS, BEAUTY
22 July 2010
By DAVID HALL
- Published on Amazon.com
Format:Audio CD
Johann Johannsson's soundtrack "AND IN THE ENDLESS PAUSE CAME THE SOUND OF BEES" (Type Recordings, 2010), for the film "Varmits" by Mark Craste, is a gem. Subtle, gorgeous, refined music beautifully written, arranged and produced by Mr. Johannsson. If you are drawn to music that inspires elevated states of beauty and being, please give your ears and heart the gift that is this c.d.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Original and evocative
7 Sep 2011
By Anthony
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Amazon Verified Purchase
I love the story that he tells us with music only. Cinematic and subtle. I listen to this over and over. Absolutely beautiful and dynamic.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
You have to be there
12 May 2011
By Douglas Sourbeer
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Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Another wonderful album. Haunting, melancholic, optimistic, and all very interesting. Either actively listening or background when reading, I like the music very much. Bravo sir.
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