info | Reinfriedb

My instruments:

piano, keyboards, guitar, drums, accordeon, cajon, harmonica, violin, flute

Musical interests:

jazz, electronic music, french chanson, composition, boogie woogie piano, big band

Production:

recording, mixing, mastering (also in my own music studio)

Bands/Solo projects:

"reinfriedB": my own electronic music project; compositions, releases, tracks, working with Ableton, Cubase, Native Instruments Komplete, a.o.
"Sans facon": since 2003 piano, acoustic guitar, accordion with quartet playing french chansons, classic and modern, see www.sansfacon.de
Classical piano, supporting 40 voices choir of Niederndorf, excerpt from repertoire:
- Look at the world (John Rutter)
- May it be (Enya)
"Fancy Fowl": boogie woogie and Blues trio (my own tracks, Vince Weber, Dr John, Tom Waits and others..) with Jan Plogsties (Guitars, Bass), Hermann Stengel (drums); https://www.facebook.com/reinfried.fancyfowl/
"Herzophonics": from 2006-2022 keyboarder at Herzophonics Big band, playing Jazz, see www.herzophonics.de
"Solo Boogie Woogie piano": my own solo boogie woogie/Jazz live program
"Painted air": from 2005-2007 keyboarder for "Painted Air", Hamburg, Sixties Garage Punk, playing hammond, farfisa organ with my Nord stage keyboard; www.paintedair.de
4 years Keyboarder in band "On the backseat", Heidenheim, basically great Funk and Blues
Live piano/vocals program "Meeresrauschen" with 3 actresses of Hamburg, 2004
"The Boots": guest musician for legendary "The Boots", Revival concert Berlin, 2006; Song "Little red rooster"
Musical "What a lovely war" for theater company "English dramatic society" Erlangen, 2004 - 2008
Project "Herzophonics big band meets choir Niederndorf", 2010
Music compositions and performance for silent movie performing live at culture stage "Ruegland"
Electronique concert together with Dr Jim Franklin (Shakuhachi) at culture stage "Ruegland", playing own compositions; 2008

CD recordings, mixing, mastering, full production:
Production of CDs:

"spheric journey" CD by reinfriedB; live at JUZ Eckental" Juli 2022; (Mastering by Julian Lowe)
"Sans façon" Studio CD 2021 (Mastering by Julian Lowe)
"Les trois sans façon" Studio CD 2015 (Mastering by Julian Lowe)
"Les trois sans façon" Studio CD 2006
"Yellowbelly" Studio 2016

Released studio tracks:

https://linktr.ee/reinfriedb

"Curiosity walk", 2025
"Leaping vibes", 2024
"Arpsation", 2024
"Grooving on Venus", 2024
"must be life", 2023
"frog dance", 2023, also available as YouTube Video 2023
"the game again" (live) ft. Christophe Jardin, 2023
"et je sais" (live) ft. Christophe Jardin, 2023
"ambilectric (live), 2023
"chill on sunday" 2019
"the start of everything" 2019
"obscure endlessness" 2020
"the cautious trail" 2021
"sans toi" 2021
"sans toi (radio edit)" 2021

(All mixing done by reinfriedB; Mastering of all tracks by Julian Lowe except "Curiosity Walk", mastered by reinfriedB)

CD "Spheric journey", Live recording at concert July, 2022:

corsica wave (live)
spheric journey (live)
the game again (live) ft. Christophe Jardin
sans tois (live) ft. Christophe Jardin
les plus belles lettres (live) ft. Christophe Jardin
the start of everything (live)
le rythme de l'été (live) ft. Christophe Jardin
et je sais (live) ft. Christophe Jardin
ambilectric (live)

(Mastering of all tracks by Julian Lowe)

ReinfriedB's musical journey began with classical violin, where a decade of training laid the foundation for a lifelong commitment to artistic expression. The path led to classical piano and drums, each contributing to a growing repertoire of skills. The guitar became a companion in the early twenties, and by the age of 30, the infectious rhythms of boogie woogie piano added a playful yet intricate layer to reinfriedB's musical identity. The love affair with jazz began at 33, guided by the inspiration of jazz pianists Brad Mehldau and Keith Jarrett.

The sonic palette of reinfriedB reflects an eclectic blend of influences, ranging from the electronic landscapes of Massive Attack, The Notwist and NTO to the rhythmic complexities of jazz pianists and the infectious energy of boogie woogie. Drawing inspiration from the evocative sounds of Danish band Kashmir and the genre-blurring creativity of The Cure or Dave Matthews Band, reinfriedB assimilates a myriad of influences into a singular, captivating expression.

Collaboration is at the heart of reinfriedB's artistic ethos. Whether contributing to the French chanson group www.sansfacon.de, bringing the beat to the Jazz big band Herzophonics for a remarkable 20 years, or providing piano accompaniment for a 40-voice choir, reinfriedB thrives in the collaborative energy that permeates diverse musical landscapes.

Capturing the essence of reinfriedB's live performances is the recently released live CD “spheric journey” from 2023. This recording is a testament to the electrifying fusion of electronic beats and live instrumentation, creating an immersive experience that transcends the traditional boundaries of genre. The stage becomes a canvas where reinfriedB paints with sound, inviting the audience into a world where each note is a brushstroke, and each beat is a heartbeat.

The journey continues with upcoming live concerts, promising an unforgettable fusion of electronic jazz complemented by mesmerizing light installations. This immersive experience represents the next chapter in reinfriedB's musical exploration, where every note resonates with intention, and every visual element enhances the emotional narrative.

Step into the dynamic and evolving world of reinfriedB, where each composition is a chapter in a story that transcends time and genre. The invitation extends beyond the music; it is an opportunity to join a community of fellow explorers, passionate about the boundless possibilities of sound and expression. As reinfriedB continues to push creative boundaries, you are invited to be part of the journey, where the joy of discovery is as important as the music itself.