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Ars Nova

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Forprogressive rock fans, elp devotees, japanese prog collectors, keyboard-centric listeners.
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Ars Nova is a Japanese all-female progressive rock trio formed in 1983 by keyboardist Keiko Kumagai, noted for ELP-influenced, keyboard-driven symphonic prog with dark Italian shades.

Line-ups have included Keiko Kumagai (keyboards), Kyoko Kanazawa (bass), and Akiko Takahashi (drums). Albums discussed on DeBaser include Transi (1994) and Biogenesis; other notable titles are The Goddess of Darkness and The Book of the Dead. Influences cited in reviews include ELP, Goblin, and Balletto di Bronzo.

Two DeBaser reviews focus on Ars Nova’s keyboard-driven, ELP-influenced prog with shades of Goblin and Balletto di Bronzo. Transi (1994) is praised for energy but faulted for memorable melodies. Biogenesis, a sci‑fi concept with many guests, draws criticism for prioritizing technique over composition. Overall verdict: accomplished playing, uneven songwriting.

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