The fascinating similarities and differences between medieval and modern sounds are the main focus of Norbert Rodenkirchen, Cologne based flautist of the internationally acclaimed early music ensembles Sequentia, Dialogos and Candens Lilium. He is also known for flute solo programs, reimagining the lost art of medieval instrumental improvisation. Besides work in the field of early music Norbert Rodenkirchen is also active as a modern composer, author and producer under the label "open early".