Elisabeth Kelvin – Interdisciplinary Musician, Composer, and Visual Artist

Elisabeth Kelvin is a distinguished interdisciplinary artist whose practice seamlessly integrates musical performance with visual arts. Based on a philosophy of painting what she hears and playing what she sees, her creative output is a continuous dialogue between the aural and the visual. As a professional musician, Elisabeth Kelvin specializes in the clarinet, bass clarinet, and saxophone, bringing a rich heritage of classical training and a bold approach to improvisation. Her musical lineage is notably deep, following a pedagogical line that extends back to historical figures like Beethoven. In tandem with her music, Elisabeth Kelvin is a dedicated visual artist. Her work encompasses painting, drawing, and printmaking, with a significant focus on graphic notation and non-representational art. She has been influenced by renowned Australian artists such as Lloyd Rees and maintains an active exhibition schedule across Australia and Austria. Her projects often involve 'Gentle Enquiry' and 'ArtsReact', where she explores manipulated sounds, sound editing, and body percussion to enhance emotional resonance. Beyond her personal creative practice, Elisabeth Kelvin is a passionate educator. She offers workshops and discovery sessions that teach language through music, art, and movement, aiming to boost morale and bring cultural richness to diverse communities. Her work often utilizes graphic scores and live painting to music, demonstrating her commitment to a truly multidisciplinary approach to contemporary art and experimental music.