Marta Warelis (PL)
Pianist Marta Warelis is a vibrant performer with a strong preference for improvisation and experimentation
in all genres. She continually aims for instant composing on the basis of new sounds and influences. Her work draws inspiration from music across the globe including angolan dance music, jazz, western classical music and the various schools of free improvisation. Born and raised in Poland, Marta moved to Groningen in 2010 to attend the Prince Claus Conservatory. In 2014 she found her place in Amsterdam, very quickly becoming an active member of the local improvisers’ scene. Marta has appeared frequently in Bimhuis, where in 2017 she was given a Carte Blanche in recognition of her remarkable talents. In 2019 she became a member of Doek Collective creating opportunities for experimentation, research and performance. She shares the stage with a variety of creative musicians including Wilbert de Joode, Dave Douglas, Ab Baars, Ingebrigt Haker Flaten, Ken Vandermark, Andy Moor, Frank Rosaly as well with groups Omawi, Hupata!, Dust Bunny, Kaja Draksler’s matter 100, Ruidoscuro, John Dikeman’s OAonTI, Knarr, Televizyon, PolyBand, Bazooka and more.