Martin Kohlstedt

Martin Kohlstedt is one of the most compelling contemporary composers, pianists, and producers of instrumental and electronic music. His work blends classical piano, ambient, electronica, and field recordings into immersive and emotionally charged sound experiences.

 

Kohlstedt describes his approach as “modular composition” — his pieces are constantly evolving, and improvisation plays a central role in his live performances. He has toured internationally, performing at venues and festivals such as Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, SXSW Austin, and Amsterdam Dance Event.

 

He has collaborated with artists like Sudan Archives, Henrik Schwarz, Douglas Dare, and the Leipzig Gewandhaus Choir. In addition to his solo work, he composes for films, theater productions, and podcasts. He runs his own label, Edition Kohlstedt, and leads a reforestation project in his native region of Germany.

 

08.05.2025