Jakob Heinemann

Jakob Heinemann https://jakobheinemann.com Jakob Heinemann Sun, 10 May 2026 19:15:05 +0000 https://jakobheinemann.com en Works http://jakobheinemann.com/Works Sun, 10 May 2026 19:15:05 +0000 Jakob Heinemann 459600 Works retreat/return for string quintet “retreat/return” interpolates harmonic language from Jewish cantorial singing and 11-limit just intonation. Like breath, the sound expands outwards and inwards, perpetually turning in on itself whilst remaining in constant motion. The piece renders various cantorial modes microtonally, using these scales as source material for spiraling melodies and harmonic progressions. from alluvial rivers for tuba, bassoon and double bass“from alluvial rivers” is an extended exploration of justly tuned harmonies for tuba, bassoon and double bass, considering the relationship between pitch and timbre. The work utilizes traditional counterpoint to slip in and out of ethereal harmonies based on the overtone series, depositing them into our ears like sediment. Contrasting sections contain moments of extreme quiet in which pitches are barely present at all, directing the listener’s attention towards texture and timbre. This juxtaposition collapses any distinction between pitch and timbre, intertwining these two concepts as simply different perspectives on the same sound. spiral song for three sopranos "Spiral Song" employs phasing rhythms to swirl together melodies from three soprano singers, fusing the trio into a single sound-source. The singers share much of their melodic material, often singing the same line offest by a small rhythmic value. The different voices also frequently cross over another, furthering evaporating distinctions between the different parts. sly for mixed chamber ensemble and electronics“sly" is an approximately 15’ work for mixed chamber ensemble of alto saxophone, french horn, electric guitar, violin, cello, double bass, live electronics, vibraphone and percussion. The piece investigates the borders between pitch and noise, combining and transitioning between the two to create a melted, porous soundworld. The borders between each instrument in the ensemble remain blurry throughout the work, as they blend together to create new and sometimes unexpected timbres. The electronics consist of processed field recordings that add a further layer of environmental sound. sky, surrounded in myth for three trombones sky, surrounded in myth (2025) is an exploration of 7-limit just intonation harmonies for trombone trio. the piece utilizes only septimal and pythagorean notes in the harmonic series, without any 5-limit components. Inspired by ancient myths of the night sky, the slow-moving sonorities aim to envelope the listener in an unfamiliar yet beautiful soundscape. The final section contains a saturated phythagorean texture, full of stacked fourths and fifthsthat create denisty and tension as the piece builds towards the end.  splinterings for double bass and live electronics/////splinterings///// is an approximately 25 minute work for double bass, live electronics and electronic toothbrush. The piece comprises a spectral exploration of the timbres embedded within the bass itself. A custom-built Max/MSP patch detects the various frequencies played by the bass, voicing these as a sine tone, which then inform the improvisational choices made by the performer in a feedback loop. The resultant texture is an expanded sonic field, constantly morphing, that saturates the performance space. The piece uncovers a variety of auditory phenomena, such as timbral beating, otoacoustic emissions, and spacialization effects, creating a sense of “living” sound that enters and inhabits the space along with the performer and audience.  Works retreat/return for string quintet “retreat/return” interpolates harmonic language from Jewish cantorial singing and 11-limit just intonation. Like... Release Archive http://jakobheinemann.com/Release-Archive Sun, 10 May 2026 18:51:38 +0000 Jakob Heinemann 459599 Release Archive Stinger by Keefe Jackson, Jakob Heinemann, Adam Shead Reviews: All About Jazz, JazzQuad Embers and Ash by Rempis/Johnson/Heinemann/Cunningham Truss by Rempis/Karayorgis/Heinemann/Harris Reviews: Salt Peanuts, Free Jazz Blog, Downbeat June 2024 Horizon Scanners by Jim Baker | Steve Hunt | Jakob Heinemann Reviews: Marlbank, All About Jazz, Salt Peanuts, JazzWord Opacity by Jakob HeinemannReviews: Foxy Digitalis, 15 Questions, Boring Like A Drill, Tone Madison PP-05 by Clout Reviews: Connor Kurtz Alta Vista by Alta Vista Reviews: Brooklyn Vegan Resonant Ocean by Jakob Heinemann Reviews: A Closer Listen, Tabs Out &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="https://kasheeditions.bandcamp.com/album/fragmentations"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Fragmentations by Jakob Heinemann&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Reviews: Avant Music News &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="https://scriptsrecords.bandcamp.com/album/crown-of-feathers"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Crown of Feathers by Glass Hand&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt; &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="https://collector-music.bandcamp.com/album/post-rock-lately"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Post Rock Lately by Collector&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt; Reviews: Avant Music News, CTEBCM, Bluestem Jazz &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="https://music.amalgamusic.org/album/scrawl"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Scrawl by Jake Wark Quartet&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt; Reviews: All About Jazz, The Quietus &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="https://philsudderberg.bandcamp.com/album/vessels-in-romantic-islands"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Vessels in Romantic Islands by Berman / Heinemann / Sudderberg&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt; &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="https://music.amalgamusic.org/album/miniature-paintings-and-the-impossible-warehouse"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Miniature Paintings and the Impossible Warehouse by Adiaphora Orchestra&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="https://workfriends.bandcamp.com/album/happy-hour"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Happy Hour by Work Friends&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt; &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="https://scriptsrecords.bandcamp.com/album/jakob-heinemann-latticework"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Jakob Heinemann - Latticework by SCRIPTS&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt; Reviews: Avant Music News, Brian Olewnick &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;a href="https://workfriends.bandcamp.com/album/work-friends"&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;gt;Work Friends by Work Friends&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;lt;/a&amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;amp;g  Release Archive Stinger by Keefe Jackson, Jakob Heinemann, Adam Shead Reviews: All About Jazz, JazzQuad Embers and Ash by Rempis/Johnson/Heinemann/Cunningham ... JH Quartet http://jakobheinemann.com/JH-Quartet Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:16:57 +0000 Jakob Heinemann 457453 Jakob Heinemann Quartet <img width="4032" height="3024" width_o="4032" height_o="3024" src_o="https://cortex.persona.co/t/original/i/56f71655b5cae58dc5c58fceada5af61cb9f0d354f4d6e95f2c077458ad1639a/IMG_0404.jpeg" data-mid="1414610" border="0" data-scale="75"/> The newest project from the LA-based composer/bass player, Jakob Heinemann Quartet takes its harmonic and melodic foundations from Klezmer music, expanding outward into new and unpredictable terrain. Fellow creative improvisers in cellist Grace Dashnaw, drummer Greg Miles Lewis, and altoist Ivan Cunningham round out the group. The unique instrumentation provides versatility, spanning the precisely orchestrated textures of chamber music to freewheeling collective improvisation. A steadfast commitment to the groove anchors the quartet, providing a rhythmic foundation upon which they develop engaging melodies and creative interaction with one another. Formed in 2025, this as-of-yet unrecorded group plays regularly around Los Angeles, consistently workshopping new material and developing their sound. Jakob Heinemann is a composer, bassist, and sound artist whose work bridges improvisation, composition, and acoustic ecology. Based in Los Angeles, his music reflects a deep engagement with place, texture, and listening practices. Heinemann’s compositions often integrate field recordings, extended techniques, and modular electronics, earning support from the Swiss Arts Council, Madison Arts Commission, and others. 2023’s Opacity was lauded as “an immersive sonic environment full of intrigue and wonder” (Foxy Digitalis), and his 2024 follow up, Horizon Scanners, was released on legendary Portuguese label Clean Feed Records, with All About Jazz noting that the record “invites listeners on an enthralling journey through sound, emotion and exploration.” Additional coverage in outlets like Downbeat Magazine, The Quietus, 15 Questions, and Free Jazz Blog recognizes Jakob as a vital and evolving voice in contemporary jazz and improvised music. As a collaborator, he has had the privilege of working with leading creative musicians including NEA Jazz Master Roscoe Mitchell, Tomeka Reid, and Dave Rempis. Heinemann also teaches, curates, and serves as Vice President of the Midwest Society for Acoustic Ecology. Demos1. Understanding Salt - 06:36 2. Beacon - 06:26 3. Slant - 06:48 Jakob Heinemann Quartet The newest project from the LA-based composer/bass player, Jakob Heinemann Quartet takes its harmonic and melodic foundations from... Pictures http://jakobheinemann.com/Pictures Mon, 20 Nov 2023 16:16:33 +0000 Jakob Heinemann 449926 <img width="1638" height="2048" width_o="1638" height_o="2048" src_o="https://cortex.persona.co/t/original/i/806304843ef6f315b6b86f4f060ed06b2b2afc47605333f81b45f0b4171b0828/Jakob-Heinemann-pic.jpg" data-mid="1331070" border="0" data-scale="77"/><img width="750" height="658" width_o="750" height_o="658" src_o="https://cortex.persona.co/t/original/i/e8703378c47faf224432c7ed2537712e3d48001a8151a0b9f141f7fa2ae23644/Jakob.jpg" data-mid="1331074" border="0" /><img width="2740" height="1830" width_o="2740" height_o="1830" src_o="https://cortex.persona.co/t/original/i/c45038cf86ae382d10b06f1543a50c13047cfcd0c330e179fdc7211c12f5c16f/003.jpg" data-mid="1331073" border="0" data-scale="77"/><img width="960" height="960" width_o="960" height_o="960" src_o="https://cortex.persona.co/t/original/i/16e4b06112f58c295deee1dda66d8d87cea7d4ac98467a642707afc57817b12a/67532215_10215014129692157_5268069566579212288_n.jpg" data-mid="1331071" border="0" data-scale="77"/><img width="6774" height="4492" width_o="6774" height_o="4492" src_o="https://cortex.persona.co/t/original/i/66d7b50d4519850b5b96a3c16e92adff4a8212725f1b2b523f691b85c8ef6f83/IMG_4407.JPG" data-mid="1331072" border="0" data-scale="77"/> 1. Ricardo E. Adame 2. D. Anson Brody 3, 5. Hannah Heinemann 4. Paul Crisanti  1. Ricardo E. Adame 2. D. Anson Brody 3, 5. Hannah Heinemann 4. Paul Crisanti  Kashe Editions http://jakobheinemann.com/Kashe-Editions Tue, 29 Jun 2021 16:11:52 +0000 Jakob Heinemann 408092 <img src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/OoKwCHLWuyGDdWwTiHjn-GBC7dJYF0Tswr2wFlWfL0a71UyxPBD62_f8Lqo2T6mTkvuL1iGOFrDGbCGoRE1jQBDW9soC9ezns0a4mv5S3M9rl8dC3HC7EiW3t4dTakVbw7FXhjNP" width="125" height="121" style="width: 125px; height: 121px;"> In July 2021, I founded Kashe Editions, a limited-run record label focusing on improvised and experimental music. Each release includes a handmade batch of CDs or tapes with packaging and design by myself. It is currently focused on my solo work, with the first release being an unaccompanied bass recording. The second release features my work as a sound artist, containing four new pieces centered around field recordings and the harmonic series, and the third release reflects my ensemble music. <img src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/luAxmDC5569pDb6K3laP30qtWsm3VST0dKML8CyfhQfkZCEG4LIuPxsZdCATDgYjYSupwJr1pk-OC99hGk_48I5KLm2sWiAwrkrvnZpNOxNdOP4uUSoRlbp5zKp1VeOBBYZHrIM_" width="342" height="342" style="width: 152.12px; height: 152.12px;" data-scale="50"> <img width="700" height="700" width_o="700" height_o="700" src_o="https://cortex.persona.co/t/original/i/2b7018a6d225a5b2edd7576516dabc795c9db316d4b5ea6b5952a988efba09e5/a1808869667_16.jpg" data-mid="1170458" border="0" data-scale="52"/> <img width="4500" height="4500" width_o="4500" height_o="4500" src_o="https://cortex.persona.co/t/original/i/64cf4d20cfd2eb9fb2d2953db2be60c8f6327cc60f2795814a5c517b8fc43747/Opacity-Digital-Cover.png" data-mid="1330467" border="0" data-scale="53"/> KE - 1: “Fragmentations” Unaccompanied double bass improvisations Recorded March 2020 / Released July 2021 Available on digital and CD KE - 2: “Resonant Ocean” Compositions and collages based on field recordings and the harmonic series. Recorded 2020-2021 / released April 1st, 2022 Available on Digital and Cassette     KE - 3: “Opacity”Quartet featuring Molly Jones (flutes), Ishmael Ali (cello), and Jeff Kimmel (clarinet), playing my original open-form compositions.Available on CD and Digital  In July 2021, I founded Kashe Editions, a limited-run record label focusing on improvised and experimental music. Each release includes a handmade batch of CDs or... Performances http://jakobheinemann.com/Performances Sat, 07 Oct 2017 17:38:26 +0000 Jakob Heinemann 219496 Upcoming ---- Southwest Solo Tour:  May 20th - San Diego - Brown Building May 21st - Ojai, CA - Bart’s Books  May 22nd - Joshua Tree, CA - Firehouse  May 23rd - Tuscon, AZ - Desert Drone Series at Wave Archive  May 25th - Flagstaff, AZ - Interference Series at Beaver St Theater May 26th - Sante Fe, NM - s.f.n.o. May 28th - Denver, CO - d.m.v.  May 30th - Salt Lake City - Yardwork Presents June 7th - Los Angeles, CA - Floating Door July 16th - Alta Vista @ North Street Cabaret, Madison, WI July 17th - Alta Vista @ California Clipper, Chicago, ILJuly 16th - Alta Vista @ Homebody Series, South Bend, IN July 29th - Splice Series @ The Beat Kitchen, Chicago, IL  July 30th - Baker/Hunt/Heinemann @ Elastic Arts, Chicago, IL  Upcoming ---- Southwest Solo Tour:  May 20th - San Diego - Brown Building May 21st - Ojai, CA - Bart’s Books  May 22nd - Joshua Tree, CA -... Selected Recordings http://jakobheinemann.com/Selected-Recordings Sat, 07 Oct 2017 17:20:44 +0000 Jakob Heinemann 219492 Selected Recordings  <img width="700" height="700" width_o="700" height_o="700" src_o="https://cortex.persona.co/t/original/i/509c2232d8fa17e9b06982c2ecb5e7c31f3472f5fc3e7d28f2893294b8dd4fb3/Lines-of-flight-cover.jpg" data-mid="1438519" border="0" data-scale="50"/> Sebastian Strinning / Norman Long / Jakob Heinemann - “Lines of Flight”  vinyl and digital Aut Records, 2026Sebastian Strinning - reeds Norman Long - electronics / samples Jakob Heinemann - bass <img width="2713" height="2699" width_o="2713" height_o="2699" src_o="https://cortex.persona.co/t/original/i/626b7bcb6cafa0e53cb1facce40d533ff38bd16ebd9b604cf7dde7584d8d2cf7/Won-t-Believe-In-Dust-cover.jpg" data-mid="1438520" border="0" data-scale="51"/> Alta Vista - “Won’t Believe In Dust”  cassette and digital self-released, 2025Chet Zenor - guitarAndy Danstrom - drumsJakob Heinemann - bass <img width="700" height="700" width_o="700" height_o="700" src_o="https://cortex.persona.co/t/original/i/6f1ad67089cb5288121cfbf529d72327c3e470bb236a5bfb2c68b3ebb378fd8c/Horizon-Scanners-cover.jpeg" data-mid="1438521" border="0" data-scale="52"/> Jim Baker / Steve Hunt / Jakob Heinemann - Horizon Scanners CD and digital Clean Feed Records, 2024Jim Baker - piano and ARP Steve Hunt - drumsJakob Heinemann - bass <img width="4500" height="4500" width_o="4500" height_o="4500" src_o="https://cortex.persona.co/t/original/i/db419bdc7056e1efd4ab190366f72eae6f56bcd80768f8f7a4d94706d2d3f0f9/Opacity-Digital-Cover.png" data-mid="1438522" border="0" data-scale="53"/> Jakob Heinemann - “Opacity”  CD and digital Kashe Editions, 2023Jakob Heinemann - bass/compositionsMolly Jones - flute Ishmael Ali - cello Jeff Kimmel - Bb clarinet Release Archive   Selected Recordings  Sebastian Strinning / Norman Long / Jakob Heinemann - “Lines of Flight”  vinyl and digital Aut Records, 2026Sebastian... Home Page http://jakobheinemann.com/Home-Page Mon, 17 Aug 2015 23:34:03 +0000 Jakob Heinemann 219474 Jakob Heinemann works performances releases kashe <img width="2100" height="1401" width_o="2100" height_o="1401" src_o="https://cortex.persona.co/t/original/i/1207d8931a5c7465e77e4cfd7a3c21c2e0c0a0311f6cb7d0220b115320208400/Untitled-1.png" data-mid="1438514" border="0" /> Jakob Heinemann is a double bassist and composer based in Los Angeles. His practice draws on free improvisation, just intonation, and experimental sound, expressed through a broad array of mediums ranging from contemporary chamber ensembles to rock bands. Inspired by the possibility of creating complex soundscapes in collective frameworks, he’s interested in music as a communal experience, for both listeners and players. Deeply rooted in the creative music communities of Chicago, Wisconsin, and Los Angeles, his practice reflects a sustained engagement with place, listening, and timbre.       Email contact:  [jakobheinemannmusic][@][gmail.com] Jakob Heinemann works performances releases kashe Jakob Heinemann is a double bassist and composer based in Los Angeles. His practice draws on free...