Tiersen’s debut La Valse des Monstres unites theater-inspired melodies, earning acclaim as a neo-classical gem and launching his career.

Yann Tiersen’s debut album, La Valse des Monstres, is an evocative collection that highlights the composer’s distinctive talent for blending melancholy melodies and whimsical arrangements. Originally written as soundtracks for two theatrical productions, Freaks and Le Tambourin de Soie, the 17 tracks were later united into a cohesive album that transports listeners into a poetic and cinematic universe. This release also marks the start of Tiersen’s fruitful collaboration with the independent label Ici d’ailleurs (formerly Sine Terra Firma), a partnership that helped shape his early career. Hailed by critics, the album was described by Les Transmusicales as placing Tiersen “at the top of the neo-classical art scene,” while Nouvelles Harmonies praised it as “a superb discovery from the promising Nancy label.” La Valse des Monstres sets the stage for Tiersen’s future explorations of sound and storytelling, establishing him as a unique voice in contemporary music.

Track Listing

• Introductory Movement
• The Waltz of the Monsters
• Frida 
• Quimper 94 
• Ballendaï
• Summer Nursery Rhyme No. 17
• Cleo on the Trapeze
• Banquet
• Summer Nurser
• The Street
• Iwakichi 
• Hanako
• The Joke
• The Countdown

Additional Details

Label: Ici d'Ailleurs

Genre: Pop/Rock

Run Time: 39 mins

Release Date: 10/05/18

UPC: 3700398708621