Tom Malmendier

Tom Malmendier is a Belgian drummer and improviser from Liège, active in experimental music, free improvisation and interdisciplinary performance. His work often focuses on the snare drum as a complete sound world, expanding its possibilities through different gestures, preparations and close attention to resonance.

He has collaborated with musicians including Fred Frith, Emilie Škrijelj, Pierre Borel and Angélica Castelló, and has worked with dancers, actors and performance artists. His Creative Sources appearances include CS493, CS600, CS636 and CS640. Both his solo work and ensemble performances reflect an interest in encounter, musical risk and the open construction of form.