Annie Gosfield, MaerzMusik 2012

O wydarzeniu

Philadelphia‐born and New York‐based composer, performer and improviser Annie Gosfield is one of the most interesting figures on New York’s Downtown music scene. A grant recipient at the American Academy in Berlin this year, MaerzMusik is dedicating a portrait concert to her.

MaerzMusik is the annual Festival of Contemporary Music organised by the Berliner Festspiele. Established artists and young newcomers from all over the world come to Berlin each March to present a full programme with many world premieres and new productions, many of which are commissioned by MaerzMusik.

MaerzMusik is a direct reaction to new relations between sound and society today. The festival for contemporary music transcends the borders between tradition and innovation. With its broad range of orchestral and chamber music, innovative musical theatre, experimental works and media art it provides a fascinating and rich panorama of contemporary music.

The MaerzMusik concert shows the numerous different facets of this noise and urban sounds inspired music. Each of the performed pieces resulted in close cooperation with the instrumentalists. Their interpretations and playing techniques often make a significant contribution to the character of the pieces.

Stephen Gosling, piano / keyboard
George Kentros, violin
Frances‐Marie Uitti, cello
Annie Gosfield, keyboard / electronics
Roger Kleier, e‐guitar
Chris Cutler, percussion