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Beethoven Crisis
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Background information
OriginBucharest, Romania
GenresAlternative rock, blues, funk
Years active2018 - Present
Members
  • Maria Bucur – vocals, acoustic guitar
  • Andrei-Miron Mancaș – electric guitar
  • Răzvan Balașov – electric bass guitar
  • Vlad Ploeșteanu – drums, percussion

Beethoven Crisis is a Romanian alternative rock band from Bucharest, Romania. The band is known for adding and combining elements of blues and funk influences into their music. Since its formation, the band has been active in the local music scene, participating in concerts, events, and multidisciplinary projects.

History

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Beethoven Crisis was formed in Bucharest in October 2018 and, four months later, emerged on the underground scene by playing its first concert alongside Soundmaze, an event that required the drummer, Vlad Ploeșteanu, to play two different musical sets, as he was a member of both bands..[1]. The band describes their style as "rock alternativ cu influențe de blues și funk în patru dimensiuni" ("alternative rock with blues and funk influences in four dimensions").

The band gained attention through performances in Romania's alternative music venues and events. Their notable participation in concerts includes shows at "Beethoven Crisis concert and event list"..

5 To ROCK at Quantic (2020)

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On March 5, 2020, Beethoven Crisis participated in the 5 To Rock event at Quantic Pub, a major venue for rock and alternative music in Bucharest. The concert featured five Romanian bands performing live, celebrating the underground rock scene and promoting emerging talent [2]. The event highlighted Beethoven Crisis's growing reputation within the Romanian alternative rock community.

OFELIA.Afterlife Project (2024)

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In December 2024, Beethoven Crisis collaborated on the multidisciplinary theater project OFELIA.Afterlife, a modern reinterpretation of Ophelia from William Shakespeare's Hamlet. The play was staged at the Teatrul Metropolis in Bucharest on December 14 and 15, 2024, with both performances sold out [3].

Directed by actress and director Antoaneta Cojocaru, with text by Romanian writer Dan Coman, the play explored Ophelia's journey into an imagined afterlife, addressing themes of freedom, identity, and resilience [4]. Actress Antoaneta Cojocaru performed the role of Ophelia, delivering an evocative performance praised for its emotional depth [5].

Maria Bucur, Beethoven Crisis's vocalist, provided the play's original soundtrack, and the band members blended their style into a score that accompanied and enhanced the theatrical performance. Their presence on stage was not limited to music; the band interacted with the actress throughout, serving as a living and responsive part of the play’s narrative [6].

The production was met with critical acclaim for its innovative integration of live music, poetry, and theater, offering a fresh perspective on one of Shakespeare's most enigmatic characters [7]

Band members

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The current lineup of Beethoven Crisis includes:

  • Maria Bucur – vocals, guitar
  • Andrei-Miron Mancaș – guitar
  • Răzvan Balașov – bass guitar
  • Vlad Ploeșteanu – drums

Musical style

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The band's music is characterized by a fusion of alternative rock, blues, and funk, creating a distinctive and eclectic sound. The band's distinct characteristic is the ability to combine powerful instrumental performances with thought-provoking lyrics[8] [9]

Live performances and projects

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Beethoven Crisis has performed at various notable venues and festivals, including:

  • Quantic Pub (5 to Rock event)[10]
  • The PUB Universității
  • Sala RADIO[11]
  • Grădina cu Filme[12], [13]
  • Teatrul Metropolis – OFELIA.Afterlife[14]
  • Other local venues and festivals[15]

References

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  1. ^ Beethoven Crisis & SoundMaze - Live at Yellow CLub
  2. ^ 5 To Rock event at Quantic
  3. ^ Agerpres - Premiera spectacolului OFELIA.Afterlife
  4. ^ HAPP.ro - Premiera spectacolului OFELIA.Afterlife
  5. ^ București FM - Premiera spectacolului OFELIA.Afterlife
  6. ^ Cotidianul.ro - Premiera spectacolului OFELIA.Afterlife
  7. ^ Agenda LiterNet - OFELIA.Afterlife Review
  8. ^ Beethoven Crisis - Imun (Live)
  9. ^ Beethoven Crisis - Live at The PUB Bucharest
  10. ^ Evenimente București - 5 martie 2020 - BucureștiFM
  11. ^ Beethoven Crisis @ Sala de Repetiții - Radio3Net "Florian Pittiș"
  12. ^ Cinema… acasă şi în grădină. Week-end no. 15
  13. ^ New Band in Town - Creart.ro
  14. ^ Jurnal Cultural 9 decembrie - TVR Cultural/TVR+
  15. ^ Concert event page on Facebook
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