Norbert Pfammatter

Norbert Pfammatter is a Professor of percussion at the Lucerne School of Music (HSLU), part of the Institute of Jazz and Folk Music. His career spans decades as a renowned jazz drummer, educator, and collaborator in international musical projects.

Education & Career:

• Studied at the Swiss Jazz School in Bern under Billy Brooks, graduating in 1985.
• Became a lecturer at the Swiss Jazz School and later joined HSLU in 1994 as a percussion instructor.

Research & Performance Focus:

• Specializes in jazz drumming, improvisation, and rhythmic exploration across genres.
• Integrates folk traditions (Turkish, Bulgarian, Yiddish) and avant-garde techniques into his work.

Performance Highlights (2020–2021):

• Collaborated with groups like Feigenwinter-Oester-Pfammatter, Elina Duni Quartet, and Marc Stucki Trio.
• Performed at festivals in Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas, including Montreux Jazz Festival and Willisau Jazz Festival.

Discography: Over 40 recorded albums, including The Edge (2020), Dallëndyshe (2015, ECM Records), and collaborations with artists like Donat Fisch and Bänz Oester.

Teaching & Mentorship: Known for nurturing drummers and fostering creative interplay in ensembles, emphasizing sound aesthetics and rhythmic precision.