DeutschIncense of Music 61
A multisensory concert – Saturday, March 1st 2025, 8 pm
Fabiana Striffler: violin, voice
Hannes Buder, cello, voice, electronics
Fabio Dondero (Incense burning): Juniper
Join us for a concert with two exceptional artists and a classic of incense burning (Juniper). Don’t miss this night of unique, genre-defying sound—where jazz, avant-garde, and classical influences come together in an intimate performance that promises to captivate. For guests who are particularly sensitive to smoke, this event is not recommended.
PANDA Platforma in der Kulturbrauerei, Knaackstr. 97, 10435 Berlin
Fabiana Striffler is a musician (violin, vocals, composition) who moves between jazz and avant-folk. In 2022 she was nominated for the German Jazz Award for her music, and in 2021 she was awarded the German Jazz Award as part of the Andromeda Mega Express Orchestra. “Fabiana Striffler is a very talented violinist who plays directly from the heart. Her beautiful sound is a reflection of herself. Fabiana has a unique balance of keen intuition and intellect that allows her to make pure music no matter what creative situation she finds herself in.” (New York, Garry Dial, Grammy “live at the Village Vanguard”) In 2024, she released her fourth album with Paris-based cellist Karsten Hochapfel, La Plume Du Dimanche (Wopela), as well as the single Konferenzverschaltung for synthesizer and strings (Traumton). In 2023 and 2024, she released six more albums in collaborations with other artists, in which she increasingly contributed her voice in addition to her violin. Concerto Magazine: “Gustav Mahler might have composed such songs if a time machine had catapulted him into the early 21st century: mysteriously radiant, touching and full of unheard-of sounds…”. Residencies and scholarships have taken her to New York, Paris, Glasgow and Tallahassee. She received the Elsa Neumann Scholarship for her modern and improvising string quartet. She was sponsored by the Yehudi Menuhin Association for six years. She grew up in Italy and lived temporarily in Spain and France.
https://www.fabianastriffler.com/
Social: https://www.instagram.com/fabianastriffler/
Hannes Buder is a cellist, guitarist, and composer. He feels connected to the artists of the Art Brut, Abstract Expressionism and Minimal Music. “If I could make music the way Mark Rothko painted, I would be a happy man.“ He develops his own compositions and sounds utilising the cello, electric guitar and his voice. He feels related to outsider artists who create not within the confines of genre but following their own necessity of expression. His last solo albums were ‘changes II’ (2015 on Umlaut Records) and ‘outside words’ (2021 on Laaps Records). For over 20 years, Buder has regularily collaborated with dancers and theater ensembles, which is strongly reflected in the physicality of his playing. The album „Your Dramatic Joy“ appeared in 2023 in collaboration with Ernesto Rodrigues and others. “Wonderfully balanced sound-art, versatile, lively and uncompromising in its musical character.” (Süddeutsche Zeitung) „All the pieces are extremely fluid, unfolding their own well measured minimalism in instinctive constructions, which are clothed in austere Gothic traits, flowery Renaissance harmonies and deconstructions of an instinctive improvisation, which sublimates in a nervous and elegiac post-modernity, crowned by a pulsating, deeply human chorality.“ (Music won’t save you, January 2022)
Website: http://hannesbuder.de/
New Album: https://laaps-records.com/album/outside-words
Social: https://www.instagram.com/hannesbuder/
Juniper (Juniperus spp.) is an evergreen shrub or small tree in the cypress family, known for its needle-like leaves and aromatic berries. It thrives in diverse climates, from dry rocky landscapes to alpine forests. Juniper berries, actually seed cones, are used in cooking, medicine, and gin production. Juniper has been used as an incense for centuries in various cultures for purification, protection, and spiritual practices. When burned, juniper releases a crisp, woody, and slightly sweet aroma with a hint of citrus and spice. Many indigenous and ancient cultures, including the Celts and Native American tribes, burned juniper to cleanse spaces of negative energy, much like sage or palo santo. In European folklore, juniper smoke was believed to ward off evil spirits, illness, and misfortune. It was often burned in homes or at entrances to create a protective barrier. The scent of juniper is known to stimulate the mind, promote clarity, and enhance focus, making it a popular choice for meditation, shamanic rituals, and divination. Juniper incense is thought to have antimicrobial properties and is used in some traditions to support respiratory health, reduce stress, and promote emotional balance. How to Use Juniper as Incense: Dried Juniper Sprigs or Berries: These can be burned directly on charcoal or added to incense blends. Juniper Resin: The resin, often combined with other resins like frankincense or copal, produces a rich, earthy scent when burned. Juniper Incense Sticks or Cones: Commercially available, these provide a convenient way to enjoy the cleansing properties of juniper. Burning juniper incense can create a grounding yet uplifting atmosphere, making it an excellent choice for rituals, meditation, or simply freshening a space with its refreshing, forest-like fragrance.