Silently Held

" Silently Held"… "Stil gehouden"... - I have always kept my darker side hidden. My doubts, my vulnerability. With this album I have slowly begun to accept this side of myself. - Chantal AcdaWith her new album 'Silently Held' Chantal Acda reveals her deepest thoughts and feelings. Her distinctive voice, which penetrates to the soul, takes the listener on a journey of self-acceptance and growth. With her music Chantal Acda creates beauty in which imperfections are not only acknowledged but also celebrated; flaws and feelings that we are allowed to embrace with full authenticity in a world full of success stories and quick fixes. In all these uncertainties lies a treasure of creativity, knowledge and friendship hidden.The album 'Silently Held' comes to life through the unique interplay of renowned musicians who feel a deep connection and understanding with each other. Bill Frisell: "Beautiful things happen when we can be silent, listen, trust each other, remain open, dare to be vulnerable, make mistakes, without judgment, without prejudice, help each other… Just listen."The leading American guitarist Bill Frisell beautifully interprets Chantal's melodies. Drummer Eric Thielemans, pianist Jozef Dumoulin, bassist Thomas Morgan and Shahzad Ismaily's golden touch as a multi-instrumentalist contribute to the rich texture of the album. Colin Stetson, known for his avant-garde saxophone playing, lets his intensely emotional sound be heard. Joachim Badenhorst, Niels Van Heertum and Kurt Van Herck complete the album with the beautiful sound of their brass section.