The Story of Iceland

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The Story of Iceland
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Studio album by
Released27 June 2000
Genre Experimental rock
Avant-garde
Length43:02
Label Tzadik
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The Story of Iceland is an album of modern chamber music in multiple styles by violinist and multi-instrumentalist Eyvind Kang, accompanied by a large ensemble that includes guitarist Bill Frisell.

Track listing

  1. "Story of Iceland: Circle of Fair Karma (Part 1)" (music: Kang) – 1:45
  2. "Story of Iceland: Circle of Fair Karma (Part 2)" (music: Kang) – 15:07
  3. "Story of Iceland: Sweetness of Candy" (music: Kang) – 3:06
  4. "Story of Iceland: Hour of Fair Karma (Part 1)" (music: Kang) – 4:31
  5. "Story of Iceland: Hour of Fair Karma (Part 2)" (music: Kang) – 6:07
  6. "10:10 (The Beloved One)" (music: Kang) – 10:10
  7. "Ayanamsha" (music: Kang) – 2:20

Personnel

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