Christian Dierstein is a renowned German percussionist celebrated for his virtuosic command of contemporary classical music. A champion of new works, he’s collaborated closely with composers like Helmut Lachenmann, Georges Aperghis, and Peter Eötvös, pushing the boundaries of percussion through radical techniques and theatricality. As a founding member of **Ensemble Resonanz** and longtime performer with **MusikFabrik**, he’s carved out a niche for fearless experimentation, whether tackling avant-garde scores or improvising with unconventional setups. His recent projects, like interpreting Lucia Ronchetti’s *Action Music Pieces* or bringing raw energy to Claude Vivier’s orchestral works, highlight his knack for balancing precision with wild expressivity. When not touring, Dierstein shares his expertise as a professor at the Basel Academy of Music, mentoring the next generation of percussion rebels.
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