November 2017
5/8erl in Ehr'n Concert, Buch Wien, 2017
Concert by 5/8erl in Ehr'n at the opening of Buch Wien 2017. The photographs capture the Viennese soul band performing amid bookshelves on the fair stage — upright bass in a red beanie, keyboards, passionate vocals — along with ORF studio moments and backstage details of the literary festival's opening night.
23 photos
Opening Concert Performance at Book Fair Vienna, Evening Musical Event Five musicians positioned on a staged platform before a pink-illuminated backdrop displaying event details, surrounded by bookshelves. Instrumentalists are seated across individual performance platforms, arranged with guitar, cello, and additional musical equipment, suggesting an intimate ensemble performance at the 19:30 Uhr Eröffnungskonzert (Opening Concert). The staging integrates literary and musical contexts within a professional exhibition environment. Musician in Red Beanie Performing on Upright Bass at Literary Event Seated before a backdrop of bookshelves and archival volumes, a bearded musician in a white t-shirt and vibrant red beanie concentrates intently while playing an upright bass. The performer's posture and focused gaze suggest a moment of musical improvisation, with architectural shelving and institutional signage (ORF) providing a structured cultural setting for his performance. 
Performer at ORF Studio with Microphone and Curly Hair A young performer with curly hair and glasses stands amid a recording studio environment, gripping a microphone stand with suspenders visible. Positioned before shelved media and broadcasting signage including the ORF (Austrian Broadcasting Corporation) logo, the subject appears mid-performance or sound check, with professional audio equipment surrounding him in a controlled acoustic setting. 
Musician Performing at Bookstore Event with Keyboard and Microphone A seated performer wearing glasses and a white t-shirt gestures expressively while positioned on a small stage amid bookshelves. Musical equipment including a keyboard and microphone frame the subject, who appears to be engaged in a live performance or presentation within an intimate bookstore setting with colorful book displays visible in the background. 
Keynote Speaker at 5/8erl in Ehren Event Delivering Passionate Address A speaker in a crisp white shirt and dark trousers delivers an intense oration into a microphone, positioned centrally on a stage with architectural truss structures visible. The background features a magenta-colored digital display showing event details, with environmental graphics and signage creating a multilayered visual context of professional communication and public presentation. The subject's animated gesture and vocal projection suggest an emphatic moment of discourse. 
Passionate Performer Singing with Intensity at Live Event Musician in white shirt and suspenders delivers an emotionally charged vocal performance, gripping the microphone with clenched fist and eyes tightly shut. The dynamic stage setting features a vibrant pink background and soft white lighting, creating a dramatic visual environment that emphasizes the performer's expressive and visceral musical interpretation. 
Sound Technician Operating Audio Equipment in Recording Studio Setting A sound technician in a white t-shirt and suspenders sits at an audio mixing console, tilting his head back with a contemplative expression. The scene is set within a professional recording studio environment, with shelved materials and equipment visible in the background, suggesting a creative workspace dedicated to sound production and technical audio engineering. 
Acoustic Performance with Guitarist in Gray Beanie at Intimate Studio Session A musician performs on an acoustic guitar, wearing a soft gray beanie and dark clothing, positioned intimately within a recording studio environment. The frame captures a nuanced moment of musical concentration, with microphone equipment and shelving visible in the background, suggesting a professional yet personal performance setting. Warm tones of the wooden guitar contrast with the muted clothing and studio backdrop. 
Upright Bassist in Red Beanie Performing at Buch Wien Literary Event A bearded musician wearing a red knitted cap and white graphic t-shirt intently plays an upright bass in a bookstore setting. The performer stands against a backdrop of bookshelves and bright pink signage for the "Buch Wien" event, capturing a moment of musical performance within a literary context. Soft lighting and carefully composed framing emphasize the musician's focused concentration on his instrument. 
Striped Sneakers on Red-Toned Performance Stage Floor Close-range perspective of musician's footwear, revealing a pair of multicolored striped sneakers positioned amidst a complex network of stage cables on a vibrant red-toned flooring. The image focuses on the lower extremities, capturing the textural interplay between the athletic footwear, dark trousers with rolled cuffs, and the intricate geometric patterns of the performance surface. 
Microphone Performance at Book Fair with Electronic Musical Equipment Two performers positioned on a stage at a book fair, with shelved books visible in the background. A person wearing glasses sits in the foreground, speaking into a microphone and positioned near electronic musical equipment, while another individual stands behind, creating an intimate performance setting within the institutional environment of what appears to be a literary or publishing event. Natural overhead lighting illuminates the scene, highlighting the technical and creative elements of their presentation. 
Performer in White Shirt Singing at Microphone with Emotional Expression A middle-aged performer in a crisp white button-down shirt stands at a microphone, leaning slightly forward with an intense facial expression during what appears to be a musical performance or speaking engagement. Soft stage lighting illuminates his figure against a dark background, with microphone stands and stage equipment visible, suggesting a professional performance setting. The subject's posture and proximity to the microphone indicate he is mid-song or mid-speech, captured in a moment of vocal delivery. 
Musicians Performing on Stage with Microphone and Intense Expression Two musicians positioned near a microphone, with one wearing a white shirt and suspenders standing in sharp profile, displaying an emotionally charged performance stance. The foreground features another performer partially visible, while a third individual wearing a knit cap is discernible in the background, suggesting a live musical event with concentrated atmospheric energy. The image captures a moment of musical interaction with nuanced depth of field and controlled lighting. 
Electronic Music Trio Performing with Keyboards at Live Concert Event Three musicians in white shirts positioned around a keyboard synthesizer, performing on a dimly lit stage with microphones and audio equipment. The performers stand in a lateral arrangement, wearing glasses, with their musical instruments and sound gear creating a concentrated, collaborative performance environment. Soft stage lighting and blurred background suggest an indoor concert or music festival setting. 
Jazz Ensemble Performing with Keyboard, Double Bass, and Microphone Three musicians positioned across a stage, engaged in a live musical performance. A white-shirted performer sits at a keyboard instrument, while another stands near a microphone, and a third musician plays a double bass, creating a tight compositional arrangement that suggests an intimate jazz or experimental music setting. Suspended microphones and stage lighting indicate a professional performance environment. 
Performer with Microphone and Suspenders at Bookstore Event A young performer wearing glasses and a white t-shirt stands at a microphone, leaning slightly forward with suspenders stretched across his torso. Surrounded by bookshelves with colorful book spines and graphic design elements visible in the background, the subject appears engaged in a live performance or speaking engagement in an intimate indoor setting. Soft lighting and a candid pose emphasize the casual, intellectual atmosphere of the venue. 
Performer at Book Event Seated with Microphone Amid Publication Displays A performer seated at a microphone within a tightly framed bookstore interior, surrounded by multiple rows of publications and display shelves. Wearing glasses and a casual white t-shirt, the subject is positioned centrally on a performance platform, with audio equipment and cables visible, suggesting a literary or musical event taking place in an intimate cultural venue. Soft lighting and the densely arranged book backgrounds create a scholarly, contemplative atmosphere. 
Acoustic Trio Performing at Bookstore Event with Upright Bass and Intimate Stage Three musicians positioned on a small stage before a backdrop of colorful bookshelves, creating an intimate performance setting. A double bass player in a red beanie stands centrally, flanked by two seated bandmates wearing white shirts, their minimalist arrangement suggesting a jazz or folk ensemble in an unconventional performance venue. Soft lighting and carefully arranged musical positioning emphasize the collaborative, close-quarters nature of their musical interaction. 
Musical Performance at Buch Wien 17 Literary Festival Honoring 5/8erl in Ehren Four musicians perform on an elevated stage surrounded by bookshelves at the Buch Wien 17 literary festival, arranged in a linear composition with acoustic instruments including upright bass, electronic keyboards, and seated performers. The stage features a pink backdrop displaying event signage, with colorful book displays creating a vibrant bibliographic environment behind the performers during their live set. The intimate performance space suggests a fusion of musical and literary cultural presentation. 
Opening Concert at Buch Wien: Acoustic Ensemble Performance on Bookstore Stage Four musicians perform an intimate concert staged within a bookstore setting, positioned against shelves of neatly arranged books and a large pink digital display indicating the event time of 19:30. The ensemble features a guitarist, double bass player, and two additional performers seated on stage, creating a layered acoustic configuration against the structured backdrop of publishing merchandise and architectural lighting. 
Two Musicians Performing at Buch Wien Literary Event with Musical Equipment Two performers seated on a stage, dressed in white shirts and suspenders, engage in a musical performance surrounded by bookshelves at the Buch Wien literary event. A keyboard and sound equipment positioned between them suggests an intimate acoustic set, with shelves displaying books and event signage creating a distinctive backdrop that blends literary and musical contexts. 
Passionate Vocal Performance at Live Musical Event with Double Bass Accompaniment A performer in a crisp white shirt and suspenders sings expressively into a microphone, his body language dynamic and engaged, with a second musician playing a double bass partially visible in the background. The scene appears to be set in an intimate performance space, with bookshelves and signage suggesting a cultural venue or bookstore setting, creating a close and intense musical atmosphere. 
5/8erl in Ehren Opening Concert at Buch Wien Literary Festival Five performers stand confidently on a staged platform surrounded by bookshelves, presenting an evening musical performance at the Buch Wien event. Dressed in coordinated monochromatic attire with suspenders, the group appears relaxed and engaged, positioned across raised platforms with stage lighting and a pink digital display indicating the 19:30 start time of their opening concert.