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Eva-Maria Houben

Eva-Maria Houben is a contemporary composer and organist whose work is deeply entrenched in the minimalist and avant-garde traditions of classical music. Born in Germany, Houben has built a reputation for her meditative and spacious compositions that often explore the nuances of silence and sound. She is a part of the Wandelweiser Group, an international collective of composers and performers dedicated to creating and promoting music that engages with John Cage's legacy of silence, duration, and listening. Houben's academic background and career in music education have further informed her approach to composition and performance.

Over the years, Houben's discography has expanded to include pieces that are precisely reflective of her exploratory essence. Works such as "Gesänge des tages und der nacht" and "Erwartung 1 und 2" highlight her interest in daily and nocturnal rhythms, while "Breath For Organ" captures the intimate relationship between performer and instrument, with an emphasis on the organic nature of breath. Collaborative releases like "Eva-Maria Houben, Rebecca Lane, Samuel Dunscombe: Observing Objects" showcase her willingness to engage with other artists in creating ambient, textural soundscapes. Additionally, Houben's "Voice with Piano" and "Air - Works for Flutes and Organ" further demonstrate her craftsmanship in combining timbres and creating subtle, yet profound aural experiences. With her minimalist approach and attention to the intricacies of listening, Houben continues to be an influential voice in contemporary classical music.

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