Sha

Genres: saxophone, bass clarinet, and contrabass clarinet

About the artist:

Sha, whose real name is Stefan Haslebacher, began studying the saxophone at just 11 years old and gained international recognition through his collaboration with Nik Bärtsch’s Ronin, contributing to a minimalist and hypnotic sound. Beyond the saxophone, clarinet, and contrabass clarinet, he explores unusual rhythms and dense textures, while his solo projects bring jazz into the club scene with energy and free improvisation.

Most famous album:

His solo work, notably the album Monbijou (2021), is praised for its immersive, meditative sound, using natural acoustics and subtle loops to create an intimate, “sonic exploration.