Scott Tinkler Concerts

Experience Scott Tinkler

Scott Tinkler is an Australian improviser and composer primarily known for his virtuosic trumpet playing and innovative approach to extended techniques. Emerging in the 1990s, Tinkler quickly gained recognition within Australia’s free improvisation scene, collaborating extensively with artists like Tony Buckton, Clayton Thomas, and Mike Majkowski. He’s notable for eschewing traditional jazz structures, instead focusing on spontaneous composition and textural exploration.

Tinkler's discography includes numerous albums as a leader or co-leader on labels like Relative Pitch Records and Another Timbre. Key releases include *Strata* (2008) and collaborations with Rhodri Davies (*Of Shadows*) demonstrating his versatility across solo work and chamber ensembles. He frequently employs prepared trumpet techniques – utilizing mutes, objects inside the bell, and extended breathing – to create a unique sonic palette ranging from delicate whispers to powerful, raw sounds.

Beyond performance, Tinkler has been involved in sound installations and has received grants from the Australia Council for the Arts supporting his ongoing artistic development. His work is characterized by a commitment to risk-taking improvisation and a deeply personal musical voice, influencing a generation of Australian experimental musicians.