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Immerse yourself in a vibrant tapestry of sound with "Mosaic," a program that weaves together diverse musical traditions and contemporary voices.General Admission: $25
Students are always free!
Program
Georg Philipp Telemann | Paris Quartet in e minor (flute, violin, cello, piano) 12 minutes
Prélude
Gai
Vite
Modéré
David Clay Mettens | Tangled lines, luminous tangents (clarinet, violin, cello, piano) 10 minutes
Set 1:
Andile Khumalo | Wade through water (clarinet, piano) 3 minutes
Jessie Montgomery | Play (flute, clarinet, violin, cello) 2 minutes
Jessie Montgomery | Peace (violin, piano) 4 minutes
9 minutes total
Set 2:
Clarice Assad | Flight of the Fairies (flute, cello, piano) 5.5 minutes
David Lang | Sweet Air (flute, clarinet, violin, cello, piano) 6 minutes
Reset -
Florent Ghys | Etude for 11 Faces (violin, cello, piano) 9 minutes
Jonathan Bailey Holland | Mobius (clarinet, violin, cello, piano) 4 min 30 second
Fred Onovwerosuoke | Nubian Dances No. 1 (full ens) 7 minutes
20 minutes total
Opening with Georg Philipp Telemann's elegant Paris Quartet for flute, violin, cello, and piano, the journey begins with Baroque brilliance that set the stage for an exploration of musical colors and textures.
The first set presents Andile Khumalo's evocative Wade through Water for clarinet and piano, a compelling contemporary work that blends South African and African American musical heritage and explores themes of journey and transformation through rich timbral contrasts and emotional depth. for clarinet and piano. Jessie Montgomery's dynamic Play showcases lively interactions among flute, clarinet, violin, and cello, while the intimate Peace for violin and piano offers a reflective contrast, highlighting her ability to blend playful energy with profound emotional depth.
The second set unfolds with Clarice Assad's "Flight of the Fairies" that captures the ethereal movements of mythical beings through shimmering textures, playful melodic exchanges, and gossamer harmonies.
David Lang's minimalist Sweet Air creates a calm and peaceful atmosphere with its gentle sounds and subtle changes, inviting listeners to relax and reflect. Next Florent Ghys's whimsical Etude for 11 Faces intricately weaves musical lines with video images.
Jonathan Bailey Holland's Mobius mirrors its mathematical namesake through seamlessly looping musical phrases and transforming motifs, creating an auditory illusion of infinite connection.
Fred Onovwerosuoke's Nubian Dances No. 1 brings the full ensemble together to close the concert in a celebration of African-inspired rhythms and melodies.
Each piece contributes a unique voice to this musical mosaic, creating a kaleidoscopic experience that honors tradition while embracing innovation.
Artists
Jennie Oh Brown | flute
Andrea R. DiOrio | clarinet
Elizabeth Brausa Brathwaite | violin
Tahirah Whittington | cello
Daniel Schlosberg | piano
Jonathon Kirk | composer-in-residence
If you need ticketing assistance, please contact the Holtschneider Performance Center Box Office by email: [email protected] or by phone at 773.325.5200. The HPC Box Office is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10-3pm.
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Event Venue
Holtschneider Performance Center, 2330 N Halsted St,Chicago,IL,United States
Tickets
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