Hans-Peter Pfammatter

Hans-Peter Pfammatter is a Professor and Study Coordinator of the MA Programme in Performance - Jazz at the Lucerne School of Music (Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts). He specializes in Jazz Piano and Jazz Ensemble instruction. His career combines performance, composition, and academic roles.

Education:

• Berlin School of Jazz (SJS Bern)
• Luzern Music High School (MHS Luzern)

Research/Performance Focus: A pianist and composer, Pfammatter focuses on jazz, electronic music, and experimental formations. He collaborates with ensembles like Christy Doran's New Bag, Gilbert Paeffgen Trio, and his own groups such as Scope and Pfammatter-Lauterburg. His work spans theater music, film scores, and interdisciplinary projects with poet Michael Stauffer.

Awards:

• 2010: Anerkennungspreis der Stadt Luzern
• 2009: Chicago residency funded by Stadt Luzern
• 2006: Förderpreis des Kantons Wallis
• 1999: Friedl-Wald Foundation Scholarship

Activities: Regular performances in Switzerland and Europe, including tours with international artists like Ithamara Koorax and Frank Rosaly. Maintains active collaborations in both jazz and experimental music scenes.