The Aral Sea’s dramatic decline stands as one of the most significant environmental tragedies of our time. Once the fourth largest lake globally, this vast body of water has been shrinking since the 1960s due to the diversion of its feeding rivers by Soviet irrigation initiatives. By 1997, it had shrunk to a mere ten percent of its original size, and by 2014, NASA satellite imagery revealed the Eastern basin had vanished entirely, now known as the Aralkum desert.
This environmental catastrophe forms the backdrop of Galya Bisengalieva’s captivating debut album, Aralkum. As the principal violinist of the London Contemporary Orchestra, the Kazakhstan-born artist has collaborated with notable composers like Steve Reich and Laurie Spiegel. Her versatile talent can also be heard on acclaimed albums including Radiohead’s A Moon Shaped Pool and Frank Ocean’s Blond.
Each track on the album encapsulates the haunting beauty and sorrow of this ecological loss, making it one of the best contemporary classical music albums of 2020. Here’s what you can look forward to:
- 1. Aralkum – Galya Bisengalieva
- 2. Moynaq – Galya Bisengalieva
- 3. Kantubek – Galya Bisengalieva
- 4. Barsa-Kelmes – Galya Bisengalieva
- 5. Zhalanash – Galya Bisengalieva
- 6. Kokaral – Galya Bisengalieva
Don’t miss the chance to buy Galya Bisengalieva’s Aralkum album and immerse yourself in this poignant reflection on our planet’s state.
Felicia Stevens (verified owner) –
Galya Bisengalieva’s Aralkum is not only a musical masterpiece but also a powerful commentary on environmental issues. A must-listen for fans of contemporary classical music!
Nicole Butler (verified owner) –
The haunting melodies of Aralkum resonate deeply. Galya’s work is a brilliant fusion of artistry and awareness—definitely one of the top classical violin albums of 2020.
Christine Parks (verified owner) –
I was captivated by the emotional depth of the Aralkum album. It’s a stunning representation of contemporary classical music that I highly recommend.