Esperanto
- Type: Band/Group
- Country: United Kingdom
- Born: United Kingdom
- Active: 1972–1975
Biography
Esperanto was a multinational progressive rock group formed in London in 1972, unusual for pairing a rock band with a full string section of violin, viola and cello. Signed to #A&M Records#, the ensemble released three albums, 'Esperanto Rock Orchestra' in 1973, 'Danse Macabre' in 1974 and 'Last Tango' in 1975, blending classical arrangements with progressive rock. Vocalists across its career included *Glenn Shorrock*, Keith Christmas, Roger Meakin and Kim Moore, while Belgian violinist Raymond Vincent and keyboardist Bruno Libert provided the musical core throughout.
Genres
Esperanto Discography
- Danse Macabre (1974) - Album - rated 3.78/5
- Last Tango (1975) - Album - rated 3.74/5
Members
- Raymond Vincent - violin (1972–1975)
- Bruno Libert - keyboards, piano, organ (1972–1975)
- Gino Malisan - bass, flute (1972–1975)
- Tony Malisan - drums (1972–1975)
- Timothy Kraemer - cello, piano (1972–1975)
- Godfrey Salmon - violin (1972–1975)
- Tony Harris - viola, saxophone (1972–1974)
- Brian Holloway - guitar, piano (1972–1974)