ARTISTIC VISION

Presence

“When performing my improvisational music, I strive to be as sincere and present as possible. I believe that the simpler and more minimalist the music is, the more intensely the performer must be present in their music. For me, performing is also a moment of interaction with my audience. The moments and feelings shared through music between people who are strangers to each other are immeasurably valuable in this era of individuality and isolation.”

The Meaning of Time

“Artistic work requires and needs time to reach its perfect outcome. Time reveals and clarifies the personal side of the composition for me, and on the other hand, it helps to tie the piece into a larger whole in relation to this time and society. Time also deepens my relationship with the composition and its performance. The use of time and long-term commitment seem anarchic in an era when efficiency and speed are considered the most important measures of work.”

Accessibility of art

“It is important for me to play my music in places other than typical concert venues and situations. I come from a working-class background and know from personal experience that certain types of cultural events and services are not socially or financially accessible to everyone. My artistic work includes low-threshold performances for different target groups, for example at the Myllypuro Library in Helsinki. I find it meaningful and interesting to play for diverse audiences.”