Billy Bultheel

Billy Bultheel is a Belgian composer and performance artist known for his explorative fusion of sound, architecture, and performance. With a background in both classical music and experimental art, Bultheel studied at the Institute for Applied Theatre Studies in Giessen, Germany, where he developed his distinctive approach to translating musical composition into immersive, site-specific experiences. His works often unfold as durational performances, employing live musicians, electronic soundscapes, and elaborate stage settings that challenge conventional boundaries between audience and performer.

Bultheel’s collaborations include projects with artists like Anne Imhof, with whom he has contributed atmospheric scores and integral sound environments for acclaimed exhibitions and performances at venues such as the Venice Biennale, Tate Modern, and Hamburger Bahnhof. His solo practice continues to evolve through large-scale sonic architectures and ritualistic performances, foregrounding the visceral, corporeal effects of music in space. Through these interdisciplinary explorations, Bultheel asserts his position at the forefront of contemporary music and performance art, drawing listeners into hypnotic realms that linger long after the event concludes.