Jozef Van Wissem “This is my Blood” Tour 2026

Jozef van Wissem, the Dutch minimalist composer and lute player, brings his "This is my Blood" tour to Krakow. His music is instrumental, consisting of sparse works for lute and electronics, with no vocals. Van Wissem often performs in rock venues, where he holds the lute in front of his chest, letting the natural sound resonate from the instrument's cavity.

Attendees can expect a set that reflects van Wissem's approach of using only a few chords, one or two tunings, and one instrument, repeating layered palindromes over elongated periods. His compositions are heavy and set in hypnotic darkness, as noted by NPR. Van Wissem's live shows are known for their spare beauty and experimental gambits, offering a minimalist neo-classical experience.

This tour follows a career that includes a Cannes Soundtrack Award for the score of "Only Lovers Left Alive" and collaborations with Jim Jarmusch. Van Wissem's work has been featured in films and series like "Irma Vep" and "Un Prince." His performances invite listeners to liberate themselves from accustomed approaches to music.