Klaus Haidl

Born and raised in the idyllic Waldviertel, Klaus Haidl has been deeply passionate about art and its many forms from a young age. His initial exploration into human medicine was a brief detour before he decided to fully dedicate himself to a career in music. 

His academic journey began with jazz and popular music under the guidance of Mag. Wolfgang Wendlinger, followed by contemporary classical music with Dr. Gunter Schneider, eventually led him to early music under Dr. Luciano Contini.

Throughout his studies, Klaus gained extensive experience as a lutenist, guitarist, arranger, composer, and educator, forming the foundation of his versatile career. His profound understanding of various musical genres enables him to seamlessly transition between early music, contemporary works, jazz, and improvisation.

Musical Career:

Klaus Haidl performs with an array of ensembles and orchestras, showcasing his expertise in early, new, and improvised music. He has collaborated with a wide range of contemporary composers, contributing to the creation of new works while also researching and interpreting historical manuscripts. His versatility is further demonstrated in interdisciplinary projects that blend literature, film, performance, theater, and music.

His artistry has been showcased at renowned international platforms, including Radio Ö1, Tage der Neuen Musik Donaueschingen, SWR, SR2, Impuls-Academy-Graz, Klangforum Wien, Jazzwerkstatt Wien, Wiener Festwochen, Wien Modern, Jeunesse, Progy&Bess Wien, Studio Dan, Organkonzerte St. Pölten, Dommusik St. Pölten, Herbstklangfestival Wien, Montmartre Vienna, Barockfestival St. Pölten, Parque del Sol-Festival, Das kleine Symposium, and Neue Musik St. Ruprecht, among many others.

Collaborations:

Klaus’s broad musical horizons have led him to collaborate with numerous distinguished artists, including Bernhard Lang, Maja Osojnik, Arturo Fuentes, Manuela Kerer, Michael Niavarani, Michael Posch, Thomas Wimmer, Philipp Tröstl, Renald Deppe, Dimitrios Polisoidis, Bernd Fröhlich, Sergio Azzolini, Vinko Globokar, Burkhard Stangl, Isabelle Duthoit, Hannes Löschel, Mirjam Jessa, Wolfgang Schlag, Gotthold Schwarz, Daniel Riegler, Vincent Pongracz, Michael Öttl, Ingrid Eder, Judith Ferstl, and Manu Mayr, among others.

Awards and Recognition:

Klaus Haidl has been honored with several international prizes and awards in both music and film, solidifying his standing as a prominent and respected figure in the world of music. His work continues to inspire and influence both contemporary music and historical musicology.

Instruments:

Klaus Haidl’s instrumental mastery spans a broad range of stringed instruments, including the Lute, Theorbo, Baroque Guitar, Colascione, and many others, allowing him to bring both historical and modern repertoires to life. His unique ability to bridge past and present with his instrument choices makes him a sought-after performer in both classical and contemporary music settings.