Jonathan Hannau
Jonathan Hannau is a Chicago-based composer and pianist devoted to the surreal, minimal, abstract, and colorful possibilities of music. He embraces eclecticism and explores concepts of narrative, drama, and stark expression by evoking a kaleidoscopic range of timbres. He has been praised for his delicate, refined touch; his handling of the extremes of dynamic shape; and his knack for navigating complex polyrhythms. His multi-style performance history has fostered a unique approach to piano performance, pushing the limits of the instrument.