Bent Lorentzen

Bent Lorentzen (1935–2018) was a Danish composer known for his bold, experimental approach to classical music. Over his decades-long career, he crafted a wild mix of orchestral works, operas, and organ pieces that blended avant-garde textures with playful theatricality. His catalog—like the quirky *Erotic Hymns* or the dramatic *Oboe Concerto*—often leaned into vivid storytelling, whether through abstract soundscapes or cheeky collaborations (like his *Alice in Wonderland* opera with Peder Christiansen). Lorentzen had a knack for bending traditional instruments into fresh roles, especially the organ, which he reimagined in haunting, otherworldly ways. Though his music could be challenging, it never lost its sense of humor or curiosity. A staple of Danish contemporary music, he left behind a legacy as unpredictable as his *Hunting Concerto* and as colorful as his *Regenbogen* ("Rainbow").

Genres

Experimental

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Avant-garde

Opera

Minimalism

Orchestral Music

Sound Art

Theatrical Music

Organ

Latest Release

Erotic Hymns

Bent Lorentzen

Album - 16 Tracks - Released August 7, 2012