BIOGRAPHY
Composer Joël von Moos
Obwalden-born musician Joël von Moos (*1991) works as a composer, librettist, instrumentalist, and producer. His musical interests are wide-ranging, and he has worked across various musical genres and in different artistic roles – from solo projects to large-scale theatrical productions.
Through his label JVM Productions, Joël von Moos creates musical experiences aimed at a broad audience. His goal is to evoke deep emotional responses, unhindered by stylistic boundaries or genre conventions. As such, his roots in sacred music harmonize with his passion for opera and his strong connection to the traditions of Swiss folk music.
As a young singer in the Lucerne Boys Choir (Luzerner Kantorei), he was introduced early on to sacred works from various historical periods and to the operatic stage. Since discovering Swiss yodeling at the age of 17 as the conductor of the Jodlerklub Arnigrat, his love for folk music has continued to grow.
His debut project, “DOROTHEA – Cantata in Honor of Niklaus von Flüe” (2017, 2019, 2022), was initiated as part of the nationally coordinated “Mehr Ranft” commemorative year and received notable attention. JVM Productions thus entered the professional realm for the first time and reached a wide audience.
The project “TOTÄMÄSS” is his second major original production, initiated and produced under the JVM label, with Joël von Moos serving as artistic director.
Artistic Vision
“Emotions are our gift to you.”
JVM Productions creates musical experiences that touch, comfort, inspire reflection, invite celebration – that move the soul.
Joël von Moos (*1991 in Sachseln, canton of Obwalden) is, together with his brother Robin von Moos, co-owner and co-managing director of JVM Productions GmbH (since 2021).
JVM Productions is the creative label of artist Joël von Moos.
As a composer and lyricist, he creates musical experiences for broad audiences. The label focuses on original productions and commissioned works.
His in-house publishing company releases sheet music of Joël von Moos’s works, as well as concert recordings and project documentaries.
PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION
08/2016 – 06/2020: Bern University of the Arts – MAS in Music Management
06/2018: Bern University of the Arts – Diploma in Music School Leadership (VMS)
09/2011 – 02/2015: University of Fribourg – Bachelor of Arts in Media and Communication Studies, German Studies, and Swiss Contemporary History
09/2009 – 07/2011: Lucerne School of Music – Foundational Studies, Jazz Program
08/2003 – 06/2009: Obwalden Cantonal School – Matura with focus on Latin & Music
09/1999 – 11/2005: Lucerne Boys Choir – Classical vocal training (various solo performances at the opera houses of Bern, Freiburg im Breisgau, Lucerne, KKL, etc.)
ARTISTIC PRACTICE
2009: Sonata Helvetica | Sonata for jazz band
2012: Obwalden singt! | Musical for children’s choir & band
2013: Cerveza de Barril | Etude for solo trumpet & piano
2014: Moviez – A Medley | Medley for string band
2015: Modern Mass | Mass for gospel choir (SATB), soloists & band
2015: Jack In Limbo | Solo album
2016: L’autre main | Film score
2017: DOROTHEA | Cantata for solo yodel, men’s choir (TB), organ & string orchestra
2019: Galahad’s Quest | Concert piece for brass band
2020: ZFF 72 | Film score
2020: Odem | EP (Paradise Kid)
2020: O Maria | Composition for solo violin & string orchestra
2021: Chläusli, schlaf | Women’s vocal quartet
2021: Die Leiden des jungen Witwers | EP (Strohwitwer)
2022: Chappelbrugg-Marsch | Concert march for brass band
2022: Zephyr | EP (Paradise Kid)
2023: Mys Daheim | Yodel song
2023: TOTÄMÄSS | Requiem for six vocal soloists, mixed choir (SATB), organ, accordion, various bells
2024: Simeliberg | Folk song cycle for mixed choir, soloists & accordion
