There’s a long tradition of composers finding inspiration in Balinese music, from Poulenc and Britten to Evan Ziporyn and Ingram Marshall.
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Reverb
“I absolutely love churches for their long reverb. Harmonic structures can only emerge through reverb or the listener’s memory.”
To hear her describe it in precise, almost scientific terms might lead one to believe that Erin is not her music’s best salesperson; that is, until she gets on stage.
For Cristina Spinei, writing music is inextricably linked to dance, her study of Brazilian folk music, and, at times, the sounds and rhythms of her commute on Metro-North railway.
With four completely different voices, the composers in our fall concert, REVERB, have summed up their thoughts on what new music can express.
We’ve done a bit of spring cleaning around the Metropolis website in preparation for our 2009-2010 season, and we’re excited to announce six upcoming events:
Glimpses
May 6, 2009 at Americas SocietyNew Music 101: Intro to Electronica
September 2009 at Le Poisson RougeREVERB
November 2009 at Le Poisson RougeCD Launch Party and Concert
January 2010I Found It By The Sea
March 2010Home Stretch
May 2010
Complete details about each program will be unveiled in due time. Be sure to RSVP for Glimpses on May 6 at the stunning Americas Society for an evening of music demonstration and wine tasting sponsored by Miro Cellars!