Hans Kunneman invented 'Tarot Music', a 78-movement composition based on the famous Tarot cards. Having studied the cards for many years, the idea of composing on this theme was a natural step for him. This music is a musical translation of the mystical meaning of the cards. |
Examples of 'Tarot Music'Hans Kunneman & the Gaia-ensemble'The Hanged Man' (1,40 MB) 'The Lovers' (1,33 MB) 'The World' (1,22 MB) |
In the fall of 2000, Hans founded the Gaia ensemble, a chamber orchestra which mainly performs and records his works. Vocals: Jorine Samson, Flute: Anneke van Gessel, Clarinet: Anneke Heijne, Bassoon: Jeroen Vermeulen, Trumpet: Michael de Graaf, Horn: Carolijn Nicolai, Trombone: Honoré Prins, Piano: Thom Janssen, Marimba: Paul Castricum, Bass guitar: Marco Verhoogt, Percussion: Bastiaan Buissink, Violin: Tatien van Herpen, Stijn Schmeddes, Carolien Heinen, Christiane Belt, Esther Goedhart, Cornelie van Bosbeek, Viola: Tom Moonen, Cello: Frank Rutgers, Double bass: Jeroen Rekké. |
All musical pieces are in .mp3 format. If after clicking a title playback doesn't start automatically, click with your right mouse button, select 'save target as...' and choose a location from where you can play the file. |