Dargaard

Austrian neoclassical darkwave project formed by Tharen and Elisabeth Toriser in 1997, known for orchestral arrangements, female vocals and melancholic, medieval-tinged atmospheres.

Reviews and public sources note that Dargaard was created by Tharen and Elisabeth Toriser, that the music blends neoclassical and darkwave elements with symphonic arrangements, female chants and keyboards, and that lyrics/features include passages in Latin and German. Reviewers link the project to the black metal scene through its members' other activities and highlight recurring themes of eternity, decay and gothic ambience.

Two DeBaser reviews praise Dargaard's neoclassical darkwave approach, orchestral arrangements and Elisabeth Toriser's vocals. Reviews highlight recurring themes of eternity, medieval atmospheres, Latin and German lyrics, and cinematic orchestration. Recommended primarily for fans of gothic/neoclassical ambient music.

For:Fans of neoclassical/darkwave, gothic ambient listeners, and readers seeking orchestral, medieval-inspired music.