KIENTZY

KIENTZY is the creative alias of French saxophonist Daniel Kientzy, a fearless explorer of avant-garde and contemporary classical music. Known for his boundary-pushing techniques like multiphonics and circular breathing, Kientzy has spent decades collaborating with composers to expand the saxophone’s possibilities. His recent releases—like the electro-acoustic mashup *Fender contre Sax* or the Hammond organ pairing in *Leboucher 6 pièces*—showcase his love for quirky instrument hybrids and experimental textures. Whether tackling Romanian folk motifs in *à la roumaine* or diving into the wild biphonics of his solo work, Kientzy treats the saxophone as a shapeshifting tool, bending it to everything from abstract noise to lyrical storytelling. A cult favorite among new music nerds, he’s basically the MacGyver of reeds—always finding unexpected ways to make his ax sing (or growl, or screech).

Genres

Experimental

Avant-garde

Latest Release

12 Duos pour saxophones divers et instruments variés

KIENTZY

Album - 12 Tracks - Released January 1, 2023