Ziv Taubenfeld

Ziv Taubenfeld is a bass clarinetist, composer and improviser born in northern Israel and now based in Lisbon. He developed his musical practice in the Netherlands, where he studied with Michael Moore and became active in the Dutch improvised-music scene.

His work ranges from solo performance and small groups to larger ensembles and film music. Projects include the trio Bones and Full Sun; his collaborations connect free jazz, ensemble composition and open-form interaction with musicians such as Han Bennink, Steve Swell, Ab Baars and Luis Vicente.