Delirium Musicum

**Delirium Musicum** is a dynamic Los Angeles-based chamber orchestra led by violinist and music director Étienne Gara. Founded in 2017, the ensemble has carved out a niche with its bold, genre-blurring approach, blending classical rigor with contemporary flair. Known for their electric performances and adventurous programming, they’ve tackled everything from Baroque staples to modern minimalist works by composers like Philip Glass and Max Richter—evident in recent releases featuring Glass’s *Violin Concerto No. 2 (“The American Four Seasons”)* and Richter’s reimagined *Four Seasons*.

The group’s name, translating to “musical madness” from Latin, reflects their playful yet precise style. They’ve gained attention for collaborating with living composers and recontextualizing classical pieces for modern audiences, often recorded in immersive audio formats. Delirium Musicum’s vibrant energy and commitment to innovation have made them a standout in the contemporary classical scene, balancing tradition with a fresh, boundary-pushing spirit.

Genres

Experimental

Folk

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Avant-garde

Baroque

Chamber Music

Minimalism

Orchestral Music

Related Artists

Max Richter

Itzhak Perlman

Philip Glass

Joshua Bell

Anne-Sophie Mutter

Hilary Hahn

Janine Jansen

Nigel Kennedy

Leonidas Kavakos

Ólafur Arnalds

Bjork

Jóhann Jóhannsson

Latest Release

Schubert: Erlkönig

Franz Schubert•

Delirium Musicum•

Étienne Gara

Single - Released February 28, 2025