Between

The Profile

Between is a German experimental ensemble founded by keyboardist/composer Peter Michael Hamel. Active through the 1970s and into the 1980s, the group fused medieval and jazz inflections with avant‑garde and minimalist approaches, often touching on world and raga atmospheres. Members included oboist Robert Eliscu, who later worked with Popol Vuh.

Multinational lineup (Americans, Germans, Argentine, Irish) performing in Germany; early albums include Einstieg (1971), And the Waters Opened (1973), and Dharana (1974); Robert Eliscu contributed oboe and later appeared with Popol Vuh.

A positive, concise take on Between’s 1971 debut and early ’70s output. The review highlights their multi-ethnic lineup, Peter Michael Hamel’s leadership, and a blend of medieval, jazz, and avant-garde elements. Later albums move toward meditative minimalism with Middle Eastern/raga shades. Robert Eliscu’s link to Popol Vuh is noted.