Klaus Huber (1924-2017) was a Swiss composer renowned for his deeply expressive and avant-garde musical language, which often grappled with philosophical, ethical, and political themes. Born in Bern, Huber's early musical education was grounded in violin and composition, but it was his studies with Boris Blacher in Berlin that refined his style and voice as a composer. Throughout his career, he taught at the Basel Academy of Music and later at the Freiburg University of Music, influencing a new generation of composers.

Huber's oeuvre is characterized by a profound engagement with humanistic and social issues, as seen in his vocal and instrumental compositions. Notable works include "Erniedrigt - Geknechtet - Verlassen - Verachtet," which confronts human suffering, and "Schwarzerde," a reflection upon art and civilization. His inclination towards integrating different art forms resulted in compositions like "… à l'âme de descendre de sa monture et aller sur ses pieds de soie …" and "Cantiones de Circulo Gyrante," showcasing his unique approach to musical structure and texture. Huber's innovative use of instrumentation can be seen in "Winter Seeds," where he deftly arranged the piece for accordion and string trio, and in his varied works for flute. Klaus Huber's contributions to contemporary classical music remain influential, as he left behind a powerful legacy of challenging listeners and musicians to ponder the profound issues of our existence through the medium of sound.

Genres

Avant-garde

Serialism

Swiss Contemporary Classical

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Latest Release

Klaus Huber: Vocal Works

Klaus Huber

Album - 26 Tracks - Released July 8, 2022