Description

Emil Karlsen, originally from Norway, is a young drummer/improviser currently based in Leeds, UK. His playing highlights dynamics, timbre and textures, all done with an organic mindset. His work as improviser consists of doing both acoustic and electro-acoustic solo performances, working in ensembles spanning from duos to octets and beyond, exploring graphic scores with an interest in audio visuals using both digital and analogue medias, all done with a focus on creating boundary-pushing music. His mentality of exploring the sonic possibilities of the drum kit is brought into all of his projects forming his unique expression. Apart from being a busy performer, he also run the label noumenon a label for improvised music with a Scandinavian presence

"Emil Karlsen is an independently minded drummer whose playing balances organic looseness with a dynamic, propulsive energy"

- Paul Hession (UK)

Emil is a wonderful young drummer/percussionist who plays with power, delicacy and originality

- Mark Sanders (UK)


Bare Springs are:

tom oliver roberts: bass guitar, keyboard.
adrian lawrence-redish: guitar, things.
james parsons: drums.
peter pick: saxophones.

They are makers of improvised music.

Description

159 Edward Street,

Brighton,

East Sussex,

England,

BN2 0JB.