Theresa Kronthaler Concerts

Experience Theresa Kronthaler

Theresa Kronthaler is an Austrian composer and sound artist whose work frequently blurs the lines between acoustic instruments, electronic processing, and spatialization. Trained classically in violin and composition at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, Kronthaler’s practice extends beyond traditional concert settings, encompassing installations and performance art.

Her compositions often involve extended techniques applied to stringed instruments, utilizing feedback, prepared violin, and custom-built electronics. Recurring themes explore the physicality of sound, microtonality, and the interplay between control and chance. She’s been commissioned by institutions like the Donaueschingen Festival and Wittener Tage für neue Kammermusik, solidifying her position within contemporary classical music.

Kronthaler’s discography includes albums on labels such as Confront Recordings and Another Timbre, receiving critical acclaim for their innovative sonic landscapes. She frequently collaborates with musicians across disciplines, including Rhodri Davies (harp) and Billy Gomberg (electronics). Her work has been presented internationally at venues like Café Oto (London) and Ausland (Berlin), demonstrating a growing international recognition for her unique artistic vision.