“Premiering on The Strad is ABSINTHE - a multi-faceted storytelling project presenting classical music to new audiences in a combination of film and music making.

Absinthe stars Alexander Hersh, a cellist living in Chicago. In the film, he is seemingly haunted by a cello-shaped bottle of the lurid green, highly alcoholic drink Absinthe. Nicknamed ‘The Green Fairy’ due to its verdant hue, the drink was banned in many European countries in the early 20th century, due to claims it produced hallucinogenic effects on the drinker, as well as psychosis, seizures and dangerous behaviour.

The film aims to bring classical music to the mainstream, without diluting down artistry, but rather doubling down on creativity. The project also includes and album release of works recorded by Hersh and pianist Victor Santiago Asunción, including pieces by Ravel, Nadia Boulanger, Lily Boulanger, and Janáček.”
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ABSINTHE 🧚 the album is OUT NOW on all streaming platforms