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Wouter Kellerman

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SOLO TU / STILL LIFE

Love blossoms not just for those we meet and care for, but for great art as well. Case in point, Kellerman found himself deeply enraptured with the 2002 film Frida, which tells the story of surrealist Mexican painter Frida Kahlo and her husband Diego Riviera. Kellerman became equally enraptured with a single, exquisite moment in the film’s soundtrack, which he re-imagines here with lush and evocative orchestration. 

Written by Elliot Goldenthal 
Produced by Melissa van der Spuy and Wouter Kellerman
Published by Walt Disney Music/ Gallo

Flute and alto flute:Wouter Kellerman
Guitar: Luke van der Merwe
Piano, organ, programming and arrangement: Melissa van der Spuy
Violin: Jan-Hendrik Harley
Cello: Anjulie Nock

Recorded by Jürgen von Wechmar at Sunset Recording Studios, Stellenbosch
Flute recorded at Kellerman Music by Wouter Kellerman


06 Solo Tu  Still Life

TO TANGO TIS NEFELIS

Inspired by Greek singer Zaris Alexiou’s rendition, Kellerman sculpts his own interpretation of this sinuous musical myth through tantalizing percussion, sparkling guitar, and his signature storytelling flute. Taryn Louch’s entrancing vocal performance tells of the cloud nymph Nefelis, who is pursued and treated ill by two mischievous angels who become enamored with her. Mighty Zeus steps in, though, and transforms her into a cloud so that she can be free from torment — a bittersweet reminder that love does not always play out as we might expect it to. 

Written by Loreena McKennitt/ Xaris Alexiou
Produced by Mauritz Lotz and Wouter Kellerman
Published by Quinlan Road Music Ltd

Flute: Wouter Kellerman
Vocals: Taryn Louch
Drums: Vinnie Henrico
Guitars, Keyboards and programming: Mauritz Lotz
Bass: Denny Lalouette
Additional percussion: David Klassen 
Piano: Matthys Maree
Additional vocals: Veronique Lalouette

Vocals, piano and guitars recorded at The Space bar by Harshn Reddy
Drums and vocals recorded at The Drum room by Harshn Reddy
Flute recorded at Kellerman Music by Wouter Kellerman


07 To Tango Tis Nefelis

SHENANDOAH

Though this traditional American folk song has come to possess several different sets of lyrics, one story stands out: The tale of a love between a French trader and the daughter of a Native American chief that serves as a bridge between worlds. Kellerman illustrates the classic tune with flute, choir, and beyond. 

Composition: traditional
Arranged by Chong Lim and Wouter Kellerman
Choir Produced by Ricky Kej
Choir Arranged by Ricky Kej, Dave Gross, Alexis D'Souza 
Published by Kellerman Music (SAMRO)

Flute: Wouter Kellerman
Lead Vocals: Alexis D’Souza
Drums: Angus Burchall
Percussion: James Mack
Piano, Bass and Synthesizers: Chong Lim
Programming: Chong Lim
Score Prep: Robert Puff, Brian Mahoney
Choir (India): Alexis D'Souza, Deepa Jacob, Mark Lazaro
Choir (Seattle Pro Musica): Katie Skovholt, Jill Kimball, Miriam Gnagy, Elizabeth Sanders, Wes Kim, Peter Lifland
Guitar: Todd Boston

Recorded at RIver Studios, Melbourne, Australia by Carl Schubert and Chong Lim
Piano recorded at Allan Eaton Studios, Melbourne, Australia by Carl Schubert
Choir (India) Recorded by Vanil Veigas and Ricky Kej at Raveolution Studios, India
Choir (Seattle Pro Musica) Recorded at London Bridge Studios, Seattle, USA by Geoff Ott
Guitar Recorded at Magic Cottage Studios, USA by Todd Boston
Flute recorded at Kellerman Music by Wouter Kellerman


09 Shenandoah

The love of brotherhood, whether forged by blood or circumstance, can be unbreakable. Just look at the partnership forged between Kellerman and his Winds of Samsara collaborator, Ricky Kej, as proof of how mutual respect and admiration can span oceans and result in beautiful works of art — including this powerful and uplifting track, which the team composed, recorded, and produced together across thousands of miles. “Aishwarya” tells the story of a young country girl seemingly destined for a simple life of domesticity. Instead, she summons the courage to disrupt tradition and defy expectations, to leave her home and study, to build a better life for herself, her family, and her community. This beautiful arrangement speaks to the love we must have for ourselves in order to make great risks — and follow even greater dreams. 

Composed by Ricky Kej
Produced by Ricky Kej and Wouter Kellerman
Arranged by Ricky Kej
Published by Raveolution Studios (BMI)

Flute: Wouter Kellerman
Keyboards and Programming: Ricky Kej
Additional Keyboards: Vanil Veigas, Keerthy Narayan
Strings Arrangements: Herald Anthony (Kochin Strings Ensemble), Keerthy Narayan
Violins: Herald Antony, Francis TS, Francis Xavier, Josekutty, Chacko, Mariadas
Viola: Herald Anthony, Francis Xavier, Francis TS, Jose Kutty
Cello: Herald Antony
Brass Arrangements and Orchestration: Don Hart
French Horn: Jennifer Kummer, Beth Beeson
Trumpet: Jeff Bailey, Steve Patrick
Trombone: Paul Jenkins, Barry Green
Tuba: Gil Long
Vocal Contractor, Choir Arrangements and Orchestrations: Paul Teipe
Additional Choral Arrangements: Matthew LoPresti
Choir: Amanda Compton, Rosalind Lee, Sarah Ponder Brock, Amy Pickering, Harold Brock, Micah Dingler, Robert Potsic, Ryan Cox
Bass: Dominic D'Cruz
Percussion: Praveen D' Rao

Recorded by Vanil Veigas and Ricky Kej at Raveolution Studios, India
Brass recorded by Bobby Shinn at Ocean Way Studios, Nashville
Choir recorded by Craig Williams at Dr. CAW Recording, Chicago
Flute recorded by Robert Eibach at Del Oro Music, Los Angeles
Additional Engineering at Dharmapala Records, LA, by Vito Gregoli


01 Aishwarya

WINTER 
(featuring Soweto Gospel Choir) 

Is love an art? Then it requires knowledge and effort. — Erich Fromm

Great classical composers like Antonio Vivaldi have spoken the language of love with unmatched fluency, translating its transcendent power into timeless melodies and harmonies. Here, an excerpt from Vivaldi’s beloved Four Seasons is given new life through the vivid voices of the Soweto Gospel Choir— and Kellerman’s unmistakable solo flute voice leading the way.

Composed by Antonio Vivaldi
Arranged by Wessel van Rensburg
Produced by Chong Lim and Wouter Kellerman
Published by Kellerman Music (SAMRO)

Flute: Wouter Kellerman
Synthesizers: Chong Lim
Programming: Chong Lim
Strings: The Australian Urban Orchestra:
Violins: Sally Cooper, Francesca Hiew, Jenny Khafagi, Aaron Barnden, Rebecca Adler, Tim Veldman
Violas: Will Clark, Airlie Koo
Celli: Michael Dahlenburg, Sharon Draper
String Contractor: Airlie Koo
Choir: Soweto Gospel Choir
Strings Arranged and conducted by Chong Lim

Recorded at RIver Studios, Melbourne, Australia by Carl Schubert
Strings recorded at Allan Eaton Studios, Melbourne, Australia by Carl Schubert
Flute recorded at Kellerman Music by Wouter Kellerman


02 Winter

Symphonic Soweto: A Tribute To Nelson Mandela

Lizalis'idinga lakho / Senzeni Na / Thina Sizwe (Medley) [feat. KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic]

Asimbonanga / Biko (Medley) [feat. Angelique Kidjo & KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic]

Wasiqoqela Ndawonya / Koloi Ena / Sizongena (Medley) [feat. KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic]

Mandela Medley (feat. KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic)

Thula Baba (feat. Buskaid Soweto String Project)

Black President (feat. Zonke & KwaZulu-Natal Philharmonic)

Vuelvo Al Sur

Al Le Die Berge Nog So Blou

'Shape Of You' by Ndlovu Youth Choir and Wouter Kellerman

SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/album/5hCLtsp2l3CA7CVarJzTHw
ITUNES: https://music.apple.com/za/album/in-a-different-light/1477978716
APPLE MUSIC: https://music.apple.com/za/album/in-a-different-light/1477978716
DEEZER: https://www.deezer.com/en/album/108945882
AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/Different-Light-Wouter-Kelierman/dp/B07WZW95J1?SubscriptionId=AKIAJ2JPVFTMZGHMZXNQ&tag=featurefm-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B07WZW95J1&tag=theorc-20
TIDAL: https://tidal.com/browse/album/116388996

03 - SHAPE OF YOU Feat NDLOVU YOUTH CHOIR

There are some melodies that just move you inexplicably, melodies that seem to transcend time and cultural barriers, that somehow unlock an innate musical sense that seems to be at the core of every human being. They keep their charm through many generations and times and seem to be timeless… On this album are some of my favourites – songs that I’ve wanted to record for a long time. 

Staying with the timeless theme, I’ve written two songs for Nelson Mandela, who’s influence and memory will sustain us far into the future. Another original song was inspired by the stillness and timelessness of the sun reflecting off the water in Cape Town. 


Solveig's Song

As one of South Africa’s foremost musicians and pioneer flute players, Wouter Kellerman has achieved a number of notable career milestones for his flute songs, flute music and flute covers of popular songs. He is known for composing beautiful and relaxing music, as well as meditation music. Included in his list of many awards and nominations is a prestigious Grammy® Award, multiple South African Music Awards (SAMA) and the Global Peace Song Award for a solo flute piece for Nelson Mandela called “The Long Road”.