Michael Riessler

Michael Riessler is a German clarinetist, composer, and arranger known for his genre-blurring work that dances between contemporary classical, jazz, and experimental music. With a career spanning decades, he’s built a reputation for reimagining classical traditions—like his *Bach in 1 Hour* project, which condenses the Baroque master’s essence into a compact, improvisation-fueled experience—while also crafting bold original works like *Apparatus* and *The Machine*. His collaborations range from avant-garde orchestras to global folk musicians, reflecting his curiosity for weaving diverse sounds into his compositions. Recent releases like *Tentations D’Abelard* and *Kagel: Zwei Akte…* highlight his knack for balancing cerebral concepts with playful spontaneity, often drawing inspiration from historical themes or pushing acoustic boundaries. Whether diving into Mauricio Kagel’s quirky postmodernism or exploring muddy, atmospheric textures in *Palude*, Riessler keeps listeners on their toes with a mix of precision and raw creativity.

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