strings&noise (AT)

These two performers share the common belief that new music should be exciting and inspiring – not only for the initiated, but also for the untrained ear. In this collaboration, they search intently for the endless possibilities of sound and noise, unafraid to explore the limits of their instruments and their own playing. With relish and glee, they tear down misperceptions that string instruments – especially when played by women – are made only for sweet-sounding melodies.

Since 2017, strings&noise has been increasingly attentive to pieces that incorporate other media, such as video and electronics, or performance elements. Thus, the two musicians also specifically award commissions to composers who work in this direction, and have been able to bring five world premieres to the stage.