Javier Areal Vélez (Buenos Aires, 1985) is an experimental
music composer, improviser and curator.
His recent work focuses on the creation of AI companions for
the performance of live improvised music. Javier creates
noisy polyrhythms of extra-human complexity that make the
most deformed audiences move. He researches
human+machine collaborations through the use of samples,
synthesis, lights, and mechanical robots.
Additionally, Javier has a long career as performer of
prepared electric guitar. His characteristic style relies
heavily on a primal technique that emphasizes timbre and
rhythm over traditional forms, favoring intensity and dynamic
contrast.
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Radim Hanousek - saxophones and bass clarinet
Jonathan Aardestrup - double bass
Peter Ole Jørgensen - drums
The two Danes Peter Ole and Jonathan joined forces as a duo more than a year ago and since then facilitated several meetings with international guests in Denmark. In February they were visited by the Czech saxophonist Radim Hanousek and that was a magical meeting. The 3 had an instant connection and played 4 concerts for much pleased audiences around Denmark and now we are planning another small tour in Austria, Czech and Croatia this June.
The trio Hanousek, Aardestrup, Jørgensen is by no means playing jazz as you know it, yet there are roots that are clearly heard when the acoustic instruments meet in curious exploration of sonic universes. The 3 experienced improvisers easily find new areas to explore and naturally exchange ideas, rhythms and soundscapes. It’s free improvised music of a high international standard.