Percussions de Strasbourg

Percussions de Strasbourg is a renowned French contemporary percussion ensemble founded in 1962. Based in Strasbourg, France, the group is known for pushing the boundaries of percussion music and has played an important role in its development throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. Over the decades, they’ve premiered more than 350 works, collaborating with some of the most influential composers in modern classical music, including Iannis Xenakis, Karlheinz Stockhausen, and Olivier Messiaen.

With their innovative spirit and deep commitment to new music, Percussions de Strasbourg have become a staple in international festivals and contemporary music scenes. Their performances often blend virtuosic skill with theatrical and spatial elements, offering audiences a unique listening experience. The ensemble continues to inspire new generations of composers and percussionists, both through their recordings and their work in education and residencies.

Genres

Avant-garde

Latest Release

Myotis V

Percussions de Strasbourg

Album - 7 Tracks - Released November 10, 2023