Moritz Stahl

Moritz Stahl is a Munich-based saxophonist, composer, and electronic music producer known for blending jazz and electronic influences. He has a strong background in jazz, having studied at the Hochschule für Musik und Theater München and performed with acclaimed groups like the Jazzrausch Bigband. Stahl’s debut album as a bandleader, *Traumsequenz* (2024), showcases his modern jazz compositions layered with open structures that encourage improvisation by his collaborators, creating a dynamic and fresh sound experience. Besides his saxophone work, he produces electronic music under the name "odizouu," highlighting his diverse musical interests and creativity.

Stahl’s collaborations include work with guitarist Philipp Schiepek, pianist Julius Windisch, and others from the vibrant German jazz scene, and his sound reflects a thoughtful balance between composed and improvised music. His album *Traumsequenz* features a mix of longer compositions and free improvisations, delivered by a quintet chosen for their ability to bring his vision to life. This project, recorded in Munich, has been praised for its confidence and inventive flow, making Moritz Stahl a notable figure in contemporary European jazz.