The music of Fabien Lévy thrives on ambiguity, paradox and sonic illusion.

The music of Fabien Lévy thrives on ambiguity, paradox and sonic illusion. With a deep interest in cognitive perception, he creates complex textures where clarity meets mystery, virtuosity blends with playfulness, and every composition becomes a daring exploration. Influenced by spectralism and his mentors Grisey and Risset, Lévy embraces musical allusions - from visual arts to world traditions - creating pieces that challenge and transform the listener's perception. Whether through kaleidophonic rhythms, shifting instrumental identities, or intricate references, Lévy invites us to listen actively, to question what we hear, and to revel in the art of misleading.

Track Listing

• Arcis Saxophon Quartett - Durch, in memoriam G. Grisey (1998) for saxophone quartet
• ensemble recherche - À propos (2008) for flute, clarinet, violin, cello and piano: I. Les automates intimes de Tim Hawkinson
• ensemble recherche - À propos (2008) for flute, clarinet, violin, cello and piano: II. Quand Jeff Wall regarde Hokusaï
• ensemble recherche - À propos (2008) for flute, clarinet, violin, cello and piano: III. Rouge Burri
• ensemble recherche - À propos (2008) for flute, clarinet, violin, cello and piano: IV. Rajeunir, par Penone
• ensemble recherche - Danse polyptote (2013) for accordion and cello
• Neue Vocalsolisten Stuttgart; Deutsches Symphonie Orchester Berlin; Johannes Kalitzke - De l’art d’induire en erreur (2020) for 3 amplified voices and orchestra: I. L’art d’induire en erreur / The art of misleading
• Neue Vocalsolisten Stuttgart; Deutsches Symphonie Orchester Berlin; Johannes Kalitzke - De l’art d’induire en erreur (2020) for 3 amplified voices and orchestra: II. L’enfance de l’art
• Neue Vocalsolisten Stuttgart; Deutsches Symphonie Orchester Berlin; Johannes Kalitzke - De l’art d’induire en erreur (2020) for 3 amplified voices and orchestra: III. ו (Souviens-toi de ton futur / Remember your future)
• Neue Vocalsolisten Stuttgart; Deutsches Symphonie Orchester Berlin; Johannes Kalitzke - Les deux ampoules d’un sablier peu à peu se comprennent (1996) for harp

Additional Details

Label: Kairos

Genre: Classical

Run Time: 72:59 mins

Region: 0

Release Date: 06/06/25

UPC: 9120010286377