Riccardo La Foresta

Riccardo La Foresta is a percussionist and sound artist hailing from Modena, Italy. His work has led to a wide array of sound-related practices, especially through his development of the Drummophone. This unique instrument transforms drums into aerophones, creating acoustic drones and complex beats that deviate from traditional drumming. La Foresta's projects often involve experimental music, free jazz, and composed music, as well as site-specific performances and sound installations. He has toured extensively across Europe, performing at notable festivals such as Unsound, CTM, Terraforma, and Sacrum Profanum.

Riccardo La Foresta has collaborated with various artists and has been recognized as a Shape Platform artist in 2021. He is also involved in music curation, contributing to festivals like the NODE festival in Modena and artistic residency programs at La Torre. His album "Six and Forty-Six," a collaboration with James Ginzburg, showcases his experimental approach to sound. La Foresta's innovative use of the Drummophone and his engagement with sound art have positioned him as a prominent figure in the world of experimental music.

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