Marielle V Jakobsons

Marielle V Jakobsons is a classically trained multi-instrumentalist and intermedia artist based in Oakland, California. Her rich, melodic drones incorporate synthesizers as well as acoustic instruments such as strings and flutes, and they generally have a meditative, mystical quality to them, recalling minimalist composers such as Terry Riley. Jakobsons is especially interested in sensory awareness and constructing immersive experiences involving light and sound. She has held residencies at numerous art organizations, and her photography, installations, and videos have been showcased at several universities and galleries. In addition to collaborations such as Date Palms (with Gregg Kowalsky) and Saariselka (with Chuck Johnson), Jakobsons has issued solo recordings including 2016's Star Core and 2026's The Patterns Lost to Air.