Juniper Fuse

Juniper fuse |

Formed in 2022, Juniper Fuse brings together a visionary team of improvising and
classical musicians that includes: saxophonist Lotte Anker, pianists Simon Toldam and
Matt Choboter and percussionists Matias Seibæk and Peter Bruun.

The ensemble revolves around a pair of new instruments called “microtonal prepared
pianos” (designed by Keybird Instruments) and explores a labyrinth of unusual
percussion including a microtonal vibraphone and bass selonding (hand built
custom-tuned Balinese metallophone). Moving beyond the fixed pitches of western
tuning, we work with Balinese Gamelan tunings, extended instrument techniques and
Just Intonation to invent new post-colonized sound constellations. Dialoguing with
psychology, mythology and ancient wisdom we weave dreams and subconscious
landscapes into musical compositions.

Watch a live performance excerpt HERE

Listen to Juniper Fuse | Nagual

“This music does not follow a predefined path, but creates it as it unfolds. Each sound opens a new trajectory, which forges a shared consciousness between performers and listeners. Its luminous textures, ritual energy and rhythmic interaction configure a listening space in constant transformation. Nagual is offered as a sound experience that transcends form: an offering for those who seek, in sound, an act of inner metamorphosis.” – Carme Miró in Sonograma.org

In collaboration with percussionist Peter Bruun, Juniper Fuse Ensemble was awarded a two year Danish state-funded artistic research Residency entitled: “multi-temporal movements and embodiment through rhythmic design”. As part of the research we held workshops, masterclasses and performances at the major Danish Universities including DKDM (Pulsar festival) and the South Danish Music Conservatory in Odense.

In response to the residency, I was commissioned to write piece.
“Jointures” will be released on KAIROS in March 2027.

Read more about our recent residencies at SDMK HERE