Florian Weber

Florian Weber is a Professor at the Institute of Music at Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences. His work bridges classical piano virtuosity with contemporary jazz innovation. He is a permanent member of the NDR Bigband in Hamburg since 2021, and has collaborated with jazz legends including Michael Brecker and Pat Metheny.

Research interests focus on the intersection of composition and improvisation, with a particular emphasis on hybrid musical languages blending structured forms with spontaneous creativity. His projects explore brass ensemble instrumentation and cross-genre fusions, as seen in his 2024 release Imaginary Cycle.

Key awards include the German Jazz Critics Prize and the 2020 Belmont Prize for Contemporary Music. Weber’s discography features acclaimed albums like Lucent Waters (2018) and collaborations with trumpeter Markus Stockhausen.

His musical style is characterized by dynamic range, emotional depth, and a refined approach to rhythm and harmony. Recent work emphasizes large-scale ensembles and innovative instrument pairings, such as the serpent brass instrument in Imaginary Cycle.