#WHO WE ARE

Klangkollektiv Vienna is an innovative chamber orchestra that departs from conventional norms with a uniquely pluralistic approach. Celebrating the rich tapestry of the First Viennese School, Klangkollektiv Wien offers a fresh perspective by focusing on both well-known and lesser-known works of the First Viennese School. 

Klangkollektiv Vienna is an innovative chamber orchestra that departs from conventional norms with
a uniquely pluralistic approach. Celebrating the rich tapestry of the First Viennese School,
Klangkollektiv Wien offers a fresh perspective by focusing on both well-known and lesser-known
works of the First Viennese School. It was founded in 2018 by Norbert Täubl, clarinetist and member
of the Vienna Philharmonic, and the French conductor and violinist Rémy Ballot, based in Vienna.

The orchestra is characterized by its unique blend of young, independent talent and seasoned orchestral musicians. It brings together renowned instrumentalists from the most prominent Viennese orchestras.
As both conductor and violinist, Rémy Ballot brings a wealth of experience and insightful expertise to
the ensemble with a profound understanding and deep knowledge of the works and their intrinsic
logic. Considered one of the finest Bruckner conductors of his generation, Rémy Ballot's artistry has
been widely acclaimed. As the exclusive conductor of the Klangkollektiv Vienna, he encourages the
ensemble to push the boundaries of their artistry through experimental programming and
unconventional contextualization. Under his sensitive and insightful direction, the Klangkollektiv
Vienna delves deep into the essence of each work, seeking the inner logic and finesse of ensemble
playing. With a broad artistic vision, it aims to explore its diverse landscape beyond the confines of the
routine and breathe new life into familiar compositions. This collaborative and passionate quest for
musical understanding gives rise to a new orchestral perspective, characterized by mutual trust, joyous
performances, meticulous care, and profound love for the craft.

The Klangkollektiv's repertoire focuses on the works that are historically associated with the musical
legacies of Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven. Additionally, as a figure closely related to the Romantic era,
Franz Schubert holds an important place in its current programming. This choice reflects the desire to
deeply connect with the musical heritage of the home city Vienna.
One of the orchestra's standout qualities is the unique sound produced by its exceptional string section.
The delicate balance, nuanced phrasing, and meticulous attention to detail of the string players result
in a truly remarkable sonic experience.

Notably, Klangkollektiv Vienna has released four CDs featuring works by Haydn, Mozart, Schubert,
and Beethoven. They have embarked on a long-term project to complete a full Schubert symphony
cycle, with the upcoming release of their second Schubert CD in 2024.
Klangkollektiv Vienna performs at prestigious festivals and music halls such as the Vienna
Konzerthaus, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, and Prinzregententheater, amongst others.

Text: Nadia Preindl

#WHO WE ARE

Klangkollektiv Vienna is an innovative chamber orchestra that departs from conventional norms with a uniquely pluralistic approach. Celebrating the rich tapestry of the First Viennese School, Klangkollektiv Wien offers a fresh perspective by focusing on both well-known and lesser-known works of the First Viennese School.  

Klangkollektiv Vienna is an innovative chamber orchestra that departs from conventional norms with a uniquely pluralistic approach. Celebrating the rich tapestry of the First Viennese School, KLANGKOLLEKTIV Wien offers a fresh perspective by focusing on both well-known and lesser-known works of the First Viennese School. It was founded in 2018 by Norbert Täubl, clarinetist and member of the Vienna Philharmonic, and the French conductor and violinist Rémy Ballot, based in Vienna.

The orchestra is characterized by its unique blend of young, independent talent and seasoned orchestral musicians. It brings together renowned instrumentalists from the most prominent Viennese orchestras. As both conductor and violinist, Rémy Ballot brings a wealth of experience and insightful expertise to the ensemble with a profound understanding and deep knowledge of the works and their intrinsic logic. Considered one of the finest Bruckner conductors of his generation, Rémy Ballot's artistry has been widely acclaimed. As the exclusive conductor of the Klangkollektiv Vienna, he encourages the ensemble to push the boundaries of their artistry through experimental programming and unconventional contextualization. Under his sensitive and insightful direction, the Klangkollektiv Vienna delves deep into the essence of each work, seeking the inner logic and finesse of ensemble playing. With a broad artistic vision, it aims to explore its diverse landscape beyond the confines of the routine and breathe new life into familiar compositions. This collaborative and passionate quest for musical understanding gives rise to a new orchestral perspective, characterized by mutual trust, joyous
performances, meticulous care, and profound love for the craft.

The Klangkollektiv's repertoire focuses on the works that are historically associated with the musical legacies of Haydn, Mozart, and Beethoven. Additionally, as a figure closely related to the Romantic era, Franz Schubert holds an important place in its current programming. This choice reflects the desire to deeply connect with the musical heritage of the home city Vienna.
One of the orchestra's standout qualities is the unique sound produced by its exceptional string section. The delicate balance, nuanced phrasing, and meticulous attention to detail of the string players result in a truly remarkable sonic experience.

Notably, Klangkollektiv Vienna has released four CDs featuring works by Haydn, Mozart, Schubert,
and Beethoven. They have embarked on a long-term project to complete a full Schubert symphony
cycle, with the upcoming release of their second Schubert CD in 2024. Klangkollektiv Vienna performs at prestigious festivals and music halls such as the Vienna Konzerthaus, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg, and Prinzregententheater, amongst others.

Text: Nadia Preindl

#MUSICIANS

CONDUCTOR

Rémy Ballot

 

#MUSICIANS

CONDUCTOR
Rémy Ballot

VIOLINS 

Iris Schützenberger/concert master
Jun Keller

Ihn Seon Park
Eszter Augusztinovicz
Julia Brunner
Marie Auner
Theresa Aigner
Razvan Negoita
Arevik Ivanyan
Rieko Aikawa
Felix Reiter

Ralitsa Angelova 
Marianna Oczkowska
Natalia Sagmeister
Judith Tiefenthaler

Aleksanyan Shushanik-Frühwirt
Eva Maria Wieser
Adela Frasineanu
Lara Kusztrich
Katharina Engelbrecht
Andras Matyas

Janela Nini
Peter Nagl
Bruno van Esseveld
Kathi Dobrovich
Benjamin Lichtenegger
Lisi Gansch

CELLO

Jörgen Føg
Marianne Bruckner
Primož Zalaznik
Anna Maria Aigner
Jan Ryska
Borbála Gáspár

DOUBLEBASS

Tim Dunin
Chris Bainbridge

OBOE

Julia Zulus
Lena Straka
Steffi Gansch
Stefan Peindl

FLUTE

Karin Bonelli
Wolfgang Zuser
Desislava Dobreva

 

VIOLINS

Iris Schützenberger/concert master
Jun Keller
Ihn Seon Park
Eszter Augusztinovicz
Julia Brunner
Marie Auner
Theresa Aigner
Razvan Negoita
Arevik Ivanyan
Rieko Aikawa
Felix Reiter
Ralitsa Angelova 
Marianna Oczkowska
Natalia Sagmeister
Judith Tiefenthaler
Aleksanyan Shushanik-Frühwirt
Eva Maria Wieser
Adela Frasineanu
Lara Kusztrich
Katharina Engelbrecht
Andras Matyas
Janela Nini
Peter Nagl
Bruno van Esseveld
Kathi Dobrovich
Benjamin Lichtenegger
Lisi Gansch

VIOLA

Laszlo Toma
Gregory Rogers
Stefanie Kropfreiter
Barbara Oberascher
Charlotte Fonchin
John Moffat

CELLO

Jörgen Føg
Marianne Bruckner
Primož Zalaznik
Anna Maria Aigner
Jan Ryska
Borbála Gáspár

DOUBLEBASS

Tim Dunin
Chris Bainbridge

OBOE


Julia Zulus

Lena Straka
Stefan Peindl
Steffi Gansch
Lucia Puschnik

FLUTE

Karin Bonelli
Wolfgang Zuser
Desislava Dobreva

CLARINET

Norbert Täubl
Elena Biosca
 

VIOLA

Laszlo Toma
Gregory Rogers
John Moffat
Stefanie Kropfreiter
Aurore Cany
Barbara Oberascher
Charlotte Fonchin

BASSOON

Lukas Schmid
Benedikt Dinkhauser
Javier Biosca

CLARINET

Norbert Täubl
Elena Biosca

HORN

Oliver Molnar
Jonas Rudner

Max Pichler
Katharina Gansch
Klaus Höpfler

TRUMPET

Rainer Küblböck
Thomas Bachmair

TROMBONE

Walter Voglmayr
Martin Riener
Christian Poitinger

TIMPANI

Benjamin Schmidinger
Christian Wieser



 

BASSOON

Lukas Schmid
Benedikt Dinkhauser
Javier Biosca

HORN

Jonas Rudner
Oliver Molnar
Max Pichler
Katharina Gansch
Klaus Höpfler

TRUMPET

Rainer Küblböck
Thomas Bachmair

TROMBONE

Walter Voglmayr
Martin Riener
Christian Poitinger

TIMPANI

Benjamin Schmidinger
Christian Wieser