Under the name of Adagio and with an exciting mixture of fabulous guitar parts, the breathtaking virtuosity of which is often reminiscent of Yngwie Malmsteen, classical influence which show an unmistakeable preference for Bela Bartok, hints of progressive bands such as Symphony X and tough-hitting metal arrangements, the French musician Stephan Forte presents his audibly highly attractive debit album, Sanctus Ignis. Stephan takes all forms of classical music into consideration, from Baroque to contemporary composers.

Despite his positive disposition, he loves the dramatic, more melancholic aspects of music and therefore prefers compositions written in minor keys. And in addition he always manages to cleverly integrate oriental influences into his compositions. An especially impressive example is his fascinating, instrumental adaptation of the Led Zeppelin classic,