Nik Bärtsch’s RONIN
Schedule
Fri, 24 Apr, 2026 at 08:00 pm
UTC+01:00Location
Turner Sims | Southampton, EN
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Minimalist grooves. Maximum impact.Swiss pianist and composer Nik Bärtsch returns with his long-running quartet RONIN. They present music from ‘SPIN’, their ninth album – and the first featuring new bassist Jeremias Keller.
Known for their unique ‘zen-funk’ style, RONIN blends influences from funk, classical music, and Japanese ritual sounds into something truly original. Their music is built on hypnotic patterns, evolving grooves, and a deep sense of rhythm.
‘SPIN’ finds the band looking both forward and back. The signature RONIN sound – tight, rhythmic, and meditative – is still at the core, but infused with fresh energy and playful freedom. There’s a new lightness in the music, a sense of exploration within its clear structures.
Expect intricate detail, subtle shifts, and a sound that touches on indie, post-rock, and ambient pop. It’s jazz, but not as you know it – music that invites you to listen closely, move gently, and get lost in the groove.
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Where is it happening?
Turner Sims, University of Southampton,Southampton, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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