Improvised ambient folk recorded in Southern Poland
Hiraeth marks the second collaboration between ambient composer Sofie Birch and experimental vocalist Antonina Nowacka.
Recorded in the countryside of Southern Poland using tape, guitar, zither, and voice, the album blends improvised folk with ambient textures.
Post-recording, the duo added synth and organ layers in studio, preserving the intimacy of the original sessions while expanding the sonic palette. The project leans toward pastoral, acoustic sounds, with a clear focus on voice and breath.
Get your yoga mats out for this one or maybe avoid it while driving.
Key Track:
“Collecting Eyes” – An 8-minute centerpiece built around layered vocals and audible breathwork.
About the Artists:
Location: Warsaw, Poland
Style: Ambient, folk, improvisational
Instruments: Voice, zither, guitar, synth, organ
Format:
Vinyl LP available now
Digital download and streaming via Bandcamp
Listen & Support:
Follow Sofie Birch & Antonina Nowacka for the latest updates, buy the vinyl and follow where possible.
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