Joel Davel

JOEL DAVEL’s diverse career ranges from traditional folk and classical to highly experimental and electronic. He is best known for his collaborative efforts with composer Paul Dresh­er, performing in duos and with the Electro-Acoustic Band. Often working in the worlds of dance, opera, and theater, Davel is music director for dNaga Dance Com­pany. He collaborated with electronic music pioneer Don Buchla for 20 years, and the resultant marimba lumina has become Davel’s signature instrument. Davel holds a bachelor’s degree in music from Northern Illinois University and a master’s from Mills College.