Magnus Öström live in Frankfurt

Experience Magnus Öström live on April 29th

Magnus Öström is a Swedish drummer and composer known for his distinctive approach to solo percussion and chamber music. His work frequently blends elements of jazz, improvisation, and contemporary classical music, often utilizing prepared piano, extended techniques on percussion instruments, and atmospheric soundscapes. He explores texture and timbre with a focus on creating immersive sonic environments rather than traditional rhythmic structures. Öström has released several critically acclaimed albums as a solo artist and collaborated with numerous international musicians across diverse genres.

The Großer Sendesaal Des Hessischen Rundfunks (Hessian Broadcasting Corporation’s Great Broadcasting Hall) in Frankfurt am Main is a renowned concert venue celebrated for its exceptional acoustics. Originally constructed in 1951 as a radio studio, it was redesigned in the early 2000s by acoustician Yasuhisa Toyota to optimize it for live performances. The hall is particularly noted for its warm, resonant sound and its suitability for orchestral, chamber, and solo instrumental music. It serves as the primary performance space for the HR-Sinfonieorchester (Hessian Radio Symphony Orchestra) and hosts a wide range of national and international artists.