Ferndorf

Hauschka’s prepared piano work on Ferndorf explores the intersection of modern classical composition and experimental sound design, released on the Hamburg-based label 130701. The Austrian musician coaxes percussion-like textures and metallic resonances from the instrument through object insertion and unconventional playing techniques, crafting pieces that blur the line between composition and instrumental sculpture. Sparse, meditative passages give way to intricate rhythmic patterns that feel more akin to minimalist installation art than traditional concert music.