PATINA by Julia Brüssel & Hardi Kurda

This performance reflects a journey inspired by the first meeting of Julia and Hardi in London, where they came together to explore uncharted sonic territories. Together, these works weave a narrative of discovery and resilience born from a chance encounter and a shared willingness to embrace the unknown.

Julia Bruessel is a London-based violinist, improviser, composer, and home producer whose work spans a wide range of musical genres, including experimental improvisation, electronic music, and folklore from diverse origins. Influenced by jazz and dub and classical music, she is known for her innovative approach to blending traditional and contemporary styles. Julia has performed worldwide, captivating audiences with her unique sound and artistic versatility. Insta: @juliabruessel

Hardi Kurda is a sound artist and curator of SPACE21Sound Gallery in Slemani. He uses radio frequency to explore sounds and noises that may have been considered illegal, abandoned, unheard, untold, forgotten. He connects sound and noises deeply with audiences to create a listening situation based on his listening’s experience when he illegally moved to Europe. Hardi performed at festivals and venues across Europe, Asia, Middle East and Africa. “Hardi bridges diverse musical traditions with socially committed compositions that blend electro-acoustics and chamber music, enriching the classical repertoire for our times.” Website: hardikurda.com

SPACE21 is a Kurdish independent Label, part of the SPACE21 sound gallery for experimental music and sound art, including Archive Khanah, for sound recorded in Kurdistan and Iraq

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