Rinde Eckert

Rinde Eckert is a genre-defying American musician, composer, playwright, and performer known for his visionary work across classical, theatrical, and experimental music scenes. With a voice that moves effortlessly between operatic power and intimate expression, he’s collaborated with a range of forward-thinking artists and ensembles, including the Kronos Quartet and composer Steven Mackey. His performances often blend music, storytelling, and movement in ways that challenge the boundaries between concert and theater.

Eckert’s work—as exemplified in pieces like Mỹ Lai and Rauschenberg Was Weeping—frequently explores deep themes of history, identity, and morality. He’s also a recipient of several prestigious honors, including a Guggenheim Fellowship and a 2012 Doris Duke Performing Artist Award, recognizing his influential contributions to contemporary performance art. Whether in large-scale operatic productions or intimate solo shows, Eckert’s work is always bold, thought-provoking, and deeply human.

Genres

Newgrass

Avant-garde

Experimental

Folk

Rock

Classical

Jazz

World

Opera

Contemporary Music

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Latest Release

Mỹ Lai

Kronos Quartet•

Rinde Eckert

Album - 8 Tracks - Released May 20, 2022