James Ilgenfritz: Classical Musician in New York

About James Ilgenfritz

James Ilgenfritz is a Brooklyn-based composer and double bassist whose work moves between contemporary classical practice and the improvising traditions of jazz. In New York City he appears in projects that emphasize composer–performer dialogue, including Interpretations at Roulette alongside vocalist Thomas Buckner. He is also active as a multi-instrumentalist, bringing an ear for texture and extended sound into both written and open forms. His performances favor precision and inquiry over spectacle.