Incense of Music 60

A multisensory concert – Friday, 7th February 2025, 8 pm

The Clarinet Trio

Gebhard Ullmann, bass clarinet
Jürgen Kupke, clarinet
Michael Thieke, clarinet, alto clarinet

Fabio Dondero (Incense burning): Okoumé Resin, Siberian Pine Resin

PANDA Platforma in der Kulturbrauerei, Knaackstr. 97, 10435 Berlin

We are thrilled to present the Clarinet Trio as part of the Incense of Music concert series. For over 25 years, this groundbreaking ensemble has captivated audiences worldwide with their unique instrumentation—three clarinets, pure and unadulterated. Let yourself be enchanted by the magical sounds of the clarinet trio as the air fills with the warm, balsamic aromas of okoumé resin and the spicy freshness of Siberian pine resin. Experience how music and fragrance merge in harmonious symbiosis, creating an atmosphere that will deeply relax and inspire you. We look forward to your visit! For guests who are particularly sensitive to smoke, this event is not recommended.

Probably the most striking aspect of the Clarinet Trio’s music is the instrumentation: three clarinets pure. No strings, no piano, no percussion. A trio in the classical sense, without concessions to entertainment knick-knacks. No electronics either, or cheap appeals to zeitgeist or whatever lifts the spirit. The three musicians create music of strong atmospheric density. Single long lasting tones appear from nowhere. Playing with the volume, drama can be sensed. Silence. Then again sounds that palpate the silence, but also offer that exact silence the space to it’s own unfolding. The music is creatively composed and sensitively improvised. It can also growl, paint sounds and swing melodically. It needs no special effects. It impresses with its creative ideas and masterly playing technique. The Clarinet Trio since 25 years is considered one of the leading woodwind ensembles worldwide. Its CDs today are regarded as classics and genre-establishing. In 2022 the Clarinet Trio released the 6th CD entitled ‘Transformations and Further Passages’ for its 25th anniversary. It features German Jazz Compositions from the 1950s and 60s. Music by Albert Mangelsdorff, Karl Berger, Rolf and Joachim Kühn, E.L. Petrowsky, Jutta Hipp, Joki Freund, Manfred Schoof and others.

Okoumé Resin is a resin extracted from the Okoumé tree (Aucoumea klaineana), a tropical tree native to the rainforests of West and Central Africa, particularly in Gabon and Cameroon. This resin is known for its unique property of becoming liquid when heated, making it highly versatile in various applications. Okoumé resin is primarily used in the wood and furniture industry to seal and protect wood surfaces. It has good adhesion to wood and provides a durable, glossy finish. It is also used in the production of paints, coatings, and varnishes. In addition, it finds application in certain traditional medicinal uses and in the cosmetic industry. The resin is notable for its relatively low viscosity compared to other tree resins, making it easy to process. While it is not as aromatic as some other tropical resins, Okoumé resin is valued in industry for its versatility and sustainability as a natural product.

Siberian Pine Resin is derived from the Siberian Pine (Pinus sibirica), a species of pine that grows in the cold regions of Siberia. This resin is known for its unique, soothing scent and its numerous health-promoting properties. Siberian pine resin contains essential oils that have a calming effect on the nervous system and can help promote restful sleep. In traditional folk medicine, it is often used to treat respiratory conditions, coughs, and colds. It is also valued for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties. The resin has a golden yellow to brown color and is frequently used in the production of natural remedies, salves, tinctures, and aromatherapy products. Its pleasant, resinous aroma is known to have a relaxing effect and is used in incense blends or as an essential oil to improve indoor air quality. Additionally, Siberian pine resin is used in cosmetics to enrich skincare products. Thanks to its versatile uses and positive effects on well-being, Siberian pine resin is a highly valued natural product.