Minimal Music Festival 2026 - KKAARREENNIINNAA + FUJI|||||||||||TA at Muziekgebouw aan t' IJ, Amsterdam

The Minimal Music Festival 2026 at Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ features a compelling double bill with FUJI|||||||||||TA and a collaborative performance of Charlemagne Palestine's "Karenina" by Oren Ambarchi and Daniel O'Sullivan. Known for his vibrant performances that incorporate stuffed animals and colorful scarves, Charlemagne Palestine is a significant figure in minimalist music. His work often reflects a synthesis of Indian improvisation and spiritual chanting, creating a rich tapestry of sound that draws on his background in the New York experimental scene.

This evening will commence with FUJI|||||||||||TA, a Japanese sound artist renowned for his unique approach to sound creation, utilizing his voice alongside a handcrafted pipe organ to produce intricate, immersive soundscapes. His set promises to engage the audience with subtle textures and hyper-intense auditory experiences. Following this, Palestine's "Karenina," originally composed in 1997 for harmonium and voice, will be reinterpreted by Ambarchi and O'Sullivan, adding a contemporary dynamic to this classic work. Their collaboration is anticipated to offer a transformative listening experience that bridges tradition with modern artistry in Amsterdam's vibrant electronic music landscape.