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Cutting edge contemporary classical music in the bmic 2008 concert series

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It is autumn- it must be time for the Cutting Edge to return and bring you the newest sounds, composers and performers together with some of the most respected names in the contemporary music world!

This year we have focused the series into 8 evenings, 11 events, charting the repertoire of some well-loved names and some we hope you will discover here for the first time! We are delighted to welcome back Plus Minus in a typically electric performance, CoMA in what we predict to be a record third sell out show and OKEANOS whose programme celebrates Elliott Carter's centenary. Alongside these, we have some new ensembles not only to the series but also London- namely the York based Black Hair ensemble who make their London debut with a programme comprised of specially written works for the group; also the young ensemble Kürbis, showcasing works by their co-founders Claudia Molitor and James Weeks as well as the mixed-media experimental group house of bedlam in an evening of music and words.

At the heart of this year's series are four events forming our Electroacoustic days. World renowned oboe virtuoso Chris Redgate and composer Paul Archbold join forces in a programme of unmatched technical brilliance; while artist Anna Best and composer Paul Whitty present the continuation of their project Vauxhall Pleasure that examines the past and present soundscapes of Vauxhall Cross gyratory former site of the Vauxhall Pleasure Gardens. In Electrosound, Jo Thomas brings together the work of sound and visual artists, showcasing some of the newest techniques and trends in the medium.
Adding to all this, two mesmerising partnerships- Libra Duo and a selection of the Norwegian asamisimasa ensemble- and we have an autumn full of vibrant sonic colours!

 

"Unmissable"
TIME OUT
 
"The Music is adventurous, the venue, pleasantly informal"
EVENING STANDARD
 
"A dynamic showcase for new music"
THE GUARDIAN
 

To view details of the 2007 series click here

 

Every Thursday 23rd October to 27th November
plus Electroacoustic Days Fri 14th & Sat 15th November

Volunteers required
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