Classical · US · Active since 1975

Nevermind

Vibrant, conversational early music performed with modern energy. Period instruments meeting with a playful, telepathic chemistry for focused or quiet moments.

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Nevermind brings a startlingly fresh breath of air to the world of early music. While they utilize period-accurate instruments like the harpsichord and viola da gamba, their approach is far from a dusty museum piece. The sound is bright, agile, and deeply communicative, characterized by a sense of joy and shared discovery between the four musicians. It feels like eavesdropping on a witty, sophisticated conversation between old friends.

What truly sets them apart is their rhythmic vitality and the sheer 'complicity' of their playing. They manage to make 17th and 18th-century compositions feel urgent and contemporary without resorting to gimmicks. The textures are crystalline and transparent, allowing you to hear the mechanical pluck of the harpsichord and the woody resonance of the flute with intimate clarity.

Start with 'Conversations' to hear how they navigate complex baroque structures with ease. It is the perfect entry point for anyone who thinks classical music is too formal; here, it is presented as something living, breathing, and remarkably human.

Our Catalog3 Albums · 2006 · 2016
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