In the artist's words:

ENSEMBLE MOSAIK

Founded in Berlin in 1997, ensemble mosaik is known for its constant experimentation across genres and disciplines, creating laboratory situations in which artistic research is possible. Through the regularly practiced, multifaceted interaction of instrumental, performative, electronic, multimedia or scenic means of expression and the most diverse performance situations, ensemble mosaik has developed a completely new playing culture over the years, which has become a model for many younger ensembles. The great wealth of unusual means and techniques of sound production and articulation on stage is regularly expanded to include further levels of perception, creating fascinating networks of the most diverse sensory impressions.
The basis of ensemble mosaik's work is the collectively formed ensemble, whose profile and level has grown through many years of joint rehearsals and concerts. The ensemble's potential is based on the characteristic personalities and artistic interests of its members, on the continuously accumulated wealth of experience from joint rehearsals and project work and the constant discourse on content that goes hand in hand with this. Five musicians have been with the ensemble since it was founded, and almost all members have been playing in the ensemble for more than 15 years. Since its beginnings, ensemble mosaik has developed lasting and intensive working relationships with many internationally sought-after composers, not least with Enno Poppe, who has been a permanent ensemble member since 1998 and conducts most of the ensemble's concerts. Above all, however, ensemble mosaik has been committed to supporting young composers since its beginnings. It is regularly present with its own productions and guest performances at renowned international festivals and concert series, constantly establishing intercultural contacts and initiating exchange projects. Enno Poppe - musical director Kristjana Helgadottir - flute Simon Strasser - oboe Christian Vogel - clarinet Martin Losert - saxophone Roland Neffe - percussion Ernst Surberg - piano Sarah Saviet - violin Khachatur Kanajan - violin Karen Lorenz - viola Mathis Mayr - violoncello Niklas Seidl - violoncello Arne Vierck - sound/electronics
Christina Gießmann - Management, Public Relations