Music Appreciation
Jóhann Jóhannsson’s "Flight From The City" opens his 2016 album Orphée, a work deeply influenced by the myth of Orpheus and themes of transformation. The album reflects Jóhannsson's personal transitions, including his move from Copenhagen to Berlin, and explores concepts of change, love, and the artistic process. Drawing inspiration from Ovid’s Metamorphoses and Jean Cocteau’s 1950 film Orphée, the album traces a journey from darkness into light, mirroring the Orpheus myth's exploration of loss and rebirth.
"Flight From The City" is characterized by its minimalist composition, featuring a simple piano melody accompanied by gradually building strings and subtle electronic elements. The piece exemplifies Jóhannsson's ability to blend classical instrumentation with ambient textures, creating a meditative soundscape that invites introspection .
The music video for "Flight From The City," directed by Clare Langan, complements the composition's themes through visual storytelling. Filmed in the hot springs at Flúðir, Iceland, the video portrays a mother and daughter immersed in 'black' water, symbolizing the profound bond between them. This imagery reflects universal themes of connection, love, and transition, resonating with the album's exploration of change and the human experience .
Sources:
Wikipedia
https://songoftheday.ca/2020/10/25/flight-from-the-city/
https://www.whitechapelgallery.org/exhibitions/artists-film-international/clare-langan-flight-from-the-city/
https://crawfordartgallery.ie/wp-content/uploads/AFI-2021-Press-Release-final.pdf
https://www.clarelangan.com/portfolio/flight-from-the-city
https://classicalexburns.com/2020/09/13/johann-johannsson-flight-from-the-city-a-loving-tribute/
https://floodmagazine.com/41930/dark-night-johannsson
https://pitchfork.com/news/67330-johann-johannsson-to-score-new-blade-runner-sequel
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