lovemusic is a collective of musicians specialised in new music based in Strasbourg.

Working with composers on new and exciting works that will enrich the musical world is at the heart of what we do. This means collaborating with artists who wish to create new music together in which both the composer and musicians are actively involved in the creative process. We want to dismantle the patriarchal and hierarchical systems engrained in the new music world, creating a safe and inclusive environment in which musicians can decide for themselves how they contribute to each project, the music they want to perform and the composers they wish to work with. 

The members of lovemusic have diverse backgrounds and tastes which nourish the choices of the music we perform. We welcome the multiplicity of aesthetics that new music today offers and our programmes are the result of extensive research which allows us to programme creatively, bringing new voices to new audiences. Diversity is important and we strive to programme music that takes into consideration ethnicity, gender and sexual identity. 

The way in which we present music on stage is always carefully considered. We perform un-conducted, which creates not only intimate bonds between the musicians but also an active and exciting connection with the public. We like working with lighting, video and scenography which contribute to creating an immersive listening experience. lovemusic concerts are colourful, fun and innovative drawing the public into our diverse musical world.

lovemusic is defined by by a balance of individuality and collective spirit, coupled with the courageous exploration of new and unconventional ideas.

Along with actively participating in the new music community in Strasbourg, the collective has performed at festivals and venues such as Wittener Tage für neue Kammermusik, CHIMEfest (Chicago), Gaudeamus (Utrecht), Festival DME (Lisbon), Musica Festival (Strasbourg), Sound Festival (Aberdeen), Music Current (Dublin), Klangwerkstatt (Berlin), Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival, Festival Niente Forte (New Orleans), Donaueschinger Musiktage, Arsenal (Metz), Constellation (Chicago), Lieu Unique (Nantes), and Festival d’Automne à Paris. They have also been invited for residencies at Grrranit (Belfort), GRAME (Lyon), and Césaré (Reims).

lovemusic is heavily invested in encouraging the next generation of composers. Through workshops and masterclasses at Harvard University (HGNM), the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, Strasbourg Conservatoire/HEAR, Reims Conservatoire, Brandeis University, Chicago University, Leeds University and Durham University (among others), they have not only premiered over 70 works but have also created connections, sharing experiences with the next generation of creative minds.

Looking ahead, the collective plans to deepen their connection with their artistic collaborators by commissioning several long-form works to create unified artistic objects developed by the composers and lovemusic.

In 2025 lovemusic was awarded with the prestigious Ensemble Award from the Ernst von Siemens Foundation for Music.