Brian KM, The Live Human French Hornist

The live human french hornist Brian KM and his friendly not-a-human computer, Stan, perform, joke, and reflect through original pieces featuring french horn and live electronics. Listen in and hear what Stan can do while Brian plays the horn, including autolooping, synthesis, and live electronic manipulation. Connect your senses to musical storytelling through photography, video, and glimpses into the computer himself!

Brian’s new approach to composition that blends his classical training with an EDM fascination, to be expected from a horn player in love with German Brass Polka Jam Groups, David Maslanka, and cellist Julia Kent, has delighted audiences across the United States and Canada. Despite Brian’s controversial views on coconuts and their role in society, he and Stan are “wired” to have a great show!

Tickets are $25 general admission and $15 for students with ID.

Audience Testimonials:

"I can't imagine anyone NOT enjoying Brian KM Live!, and in the process receive something educational and of real value from attending the performance. From the music enthusiast, to a serious horn student in music school, to budding composers, digital artists, and even club DJs, there's something for everyone in Brian KM's shows. Entertaining, thought-provoking, and a multifaceted celebration of electro-acoustic music for the horn, Brian KM Live!,is a highly recommended experience for everyone!"

"It was the most original performance I'd ever seen."

"I was initially skeptical about anything involving electronics and horn and honestly wasn't looking forward to the recital. But once I was there, I really enjoyed it!’

Performer Bio:

Performer-Composer Brian KM is a horn and electronics soloist with projects as varied as the medium is unique. With influences including Tchaikovsky, Strauss, Daft Punk, French-Acoustic-Folk, David Maslanka, and Julia Kent, he took to composition to synthesize all of the music he hears.

Working from a multidisciplinary approach to develop compositions that combine horn, live and fixed electronics, spoken word, and visual components, Brian KM's live shows have delighted audiences in schools and universities across the United States and Canada. He has also toured internationally as a chamber musician. 

Brian KM holds degrees from Shenandoah Conservatory and the University of Maryland, College Park, with specializations in chamber music and contemporary music. 

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