ContraPunctus
Modern Polyphonic Jazz
A New York quartet weaving intricate melodic lines into a vibrant tapestry of 21st-century jazz and collective improvisation.
About
ContraPunctus is a contemporary jazz ensemble co-led by Mike McGinnis, Carmen Staaf, Gui Duvignau, and Hamir Atwal. Drawing inspiration from ancient polyphony, the group balances rigorous composition with fluid improvisation. Their 2026 debut on Adhyâropa Records highlights a shared vision of chamber-influenced jazz rooted in the diverse experiences of its members.
Music Style
Their sound features dense, contrapuntal textures and polyphonic interplay, moving seamlessly between structured chamber-jazz arrangements and open, spontaneous improvisation.
Background
- Hometown
- New York, NY
- Instruments
- saxophone (soprano), clarinet, piano, bass, drums
- Active
- 2024-present
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