Composer and guitarist Pete Harden (UK/NL) is one of the founders of The Hague-based Ensemble Klang, a group of versatile and virtuosic musicians on brass, guitar, percussion and keys. As the group’s artistic director, he has been at the heart of their dynamic approach to contemporary music for almost two decades. A keen collaborator, often working within interdisciplinary projects, as a composer he has had works commissioned by the Ballet de Lorraine, Rewire Festival, Bang On A Can All-Stars, Asko Schönberg, and the Dutch National Opera. He frequently works with French choreographer Maud le Pladec, writing music for productions 27 Perspectives and Static Shot, the latter with Chloé (Thévenin). His works have been released on BIS Records, Lumière Noire and Ensemble Klang Records. His duo Avenue Azure with Saskia Lankhoorn releases its debut album in 2023.