Hometown: Brooklyn, NY
Label: Heemrec
Website: www.stefank.us
Sounds Like: Universal Clarinet
Genre: Jazz
Stefan K
Composer, Musician, Music Producer
Stefan is an eclectic composer, known primarily for his work in independent films, and a clarinettist with an extensive performing background based in New York City.
His music is characterized by its inventiveness in combining diverse, often unexpected elements, blurring the boundaries of styles and genres.
Regardless of being an accomplished musician, music producer and an ambitious composer with years of professional experience, Stefan retains a profound curiosity allowing him to consistently explore new ideas and pursue unique creative solutions.
Awards
2018: Independent Music Awards: Best Eclectic Song
2017: Solaris Film Festival: Best Film Score: Through the Ice World
2017: American Tracks Music Awards: Best Film Score: RJTD
2016: The Garden State Film Festival: Best Track From A Television Show
2016: The Garden State Film Festival: Best International Instrumental
2016: John Lennon Songwriting Contest: Grand Prize in Jazz category
2015: The Garden State Film Festival: Best Short Animation Soundtrack
2011: The Song of the Year songwriting contest: Suggested Artist
2009: Billboard Song Contest 2008: Honorable Mention
2009: Great American Song Honor Award in Instrumental Category
2008: UK Songwriting Contest 2008: Finalist in the Instrumental category
2007: Music Aid Awards 2007: Special Mention in Best Composition Category
“... deft clarinet playing … a truly laudable outside-the-box approach … certainly a must-have … A.M.A. (Ask Me Anything) is equally poignant, jaunty and fun!”
Kip Franklin - The Clarinet
“sophisticated and delicate compositions!”
Leah Kremer - RN
“Such a cool smooth sound, great progressive feel, and outstanding playing.”
The Professor and Naomi Kay - RN
“Clarinet lead smooth as silk. Jazz providing the soundtrack of a cool city night!”
THE C.R. ECKER BAND - RN
“Very satisfying music!”
Mike White - RN
“You obviously know your instrument and how to write and play in a tough market. Very nice sounds on a Sunday night.”
The Melvinator - RN
“Absolutey wonderful. Just an amazing display of musicanship.”
Greg Ashton Haze - RN
“Wow there is so much to appreciate about this piece, your musicianship is nothing short of impressive, this arrangement ebbs & flows with such commanding passion & competence so it is very difficult to criticize or pick on. A very enjoyable listen.”
Great American Song Contest
“Such a beautiful, gentle tone to your playing.Works so well against the vibes. Just love listening to your work!”
Mike White - RN
“Maitrise complète de la clarinette, respect pour votre jeux!”
FREITOD - RN
“Delicious.. All your work is exquisite but I'm especially taken with "Etude No.9" and your use of empty space...Bravo!!”
Kim Merlino - RN
“Very smooth easy listening exceptionally well composed melodic!”
Enoch. Arcane - RN
“Loving the clarinet now.”
Leeza - RN
“All of the music elements fit into a cohesive structure. The themes are clearly evident and the performance shows your amazing musicianship and noteworthy delivery. So nice.”
Jim Davis - RN
“Exquisite, beautifully performed music. "Smooth Ride" is just brilliant, but as a composition it's "Summer Forest" that excites me. Love the more free-form structure and tone to it. A few more melodic climbs too. This style of music always enthralls me ... jazz is the best way to learn about playing!”
Mike White - RN
“When you can draw me in within a few notes...you got me!! I love it!!”
Christine McHoes - RN
“Really cool experimental jazz!”
Simon Husberg - RN
“This is some really interesting music. The whole small smooth jazz ensemble with a CLARINET taking lead. You make it work very well.”
DeJay Mullins - RN
“Hellyeah!!!”
ROSES FOR GRACE - RN
“Brilliant tasty ear candy!”
Turquoise Rose - RN