Town Music Series: Third Coast Percussion Premieres Philip Glass
$22
Philip Glass – Perpetulum (Northwest premiere)
Gavin Bryars – New work
Third Coast Percussion – Various works
Called “hard-grooving musicians” (New York Times), Chicago-based Third Coast Percussion has been recognized for their unique take on percussion instrumentation and integration of new media in performances. They join Town Hall’s Town Music season to premiere a new work by renowned composer Philip Glass – his first-ever composition specifically for a percussion ensemble – co-commissioned in part by Town Hall. The performance will also feature new work commissioned by Gavin Bryars and original compositions by Third Coast Percussion that draw inspiration from Glass’ work. Don’t miss this must-see performance of Philip Glass’s first and only percussion composition performed with the dynamic and inimitable charm of Third Coast Percussion.
Third Coast Percussion is a Grammy-winning, artist-run quartet of classically-trained percussionists. For over 10 years, the ensemble has forged a unique path in the musical landscape with virtuosic, energetic performances that celebrate the extraordinary depth and breadth of musical possibilities in the world of percussion. They have been praised for “commandingly elegant” (New York Times) performances, the “rare power” (Washington Post) of their recordings, and “an inspirational sense of fun and curiosity” (Minnesota Star-Tribune).
Doors open @ 5:00pm.
About Third Coast Percussion
For more than 15 years, Third Coast Percussion has created exciting and unexpected performances that constantly redefine the classical music experience. The ensemble has been praised for its "commandingly elegant" (The New York Times) performances, the "rare power" (The Washington Post) of its recordings, and "an inspirational sense of fun and curiosity." (Star-Tribune)
http://www.thirdcoastpercussion.com/Illsley Ball Nordstrom Recital Hall at Benaroya Hall
200 University St.Seattle, WA 98101
United States