CSO Proof: Black Being

• Flutronix
• Mei-Ann Chen, conductor

Black Being, the latest co-composed work of acclaimed duo Flutronix (Nathalie Joachim and Allison Loggins-Hull), explores the black female experience in an evening-length song-cycle. In this immersive electro-acoustic presentation, Flutronix sets newly commissioned text by North Carolina poet laureate Jaki Shelton Green, "… a poet whose work exemplifies how poetry can spark conversation and can help us learn about one another’s lives and unique experiences, which promotes greater understanding." Through themes of strength, sacrifice, beauty, fear, and survival, Black Being gives voice to the complexities of black womanhood, and provides a musical lens into black female cultural realities and conditions.

Read more about Black Being here: https://www.cincinnatisymphony.org/about/watch-listen/fanfare-cincinnati/march-april-2022/proof-black-being/

Warning: This performance includes the use of flashing lights. Individuals with photosensitivity should attend at their own discretion.

NOTE: As of March 14, 2022 masks and proof of vaccination are no longer required to attend. Please visit cincinnatisymphony.org/safety to review our current health and safety protocols.

About Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra

https://www.cincinnatisymphony.org/

About Flutronix

Flutronix is Nathalie Joachim and Allison Loggins-Hull, two distinguished flutists and composers known for their "unique blend of classical music, hiphop, electronic programming, and soulful vocals reminiscent of neo-R&B stars like Erykah Badu."

Praised by the Chicago Tribune for one of "the most stunning live performance[s]" of 2021, Flutronix has evolved since its founding in 2007 to be influential creators and socially conscious changemakers. In addition to their collaborative creations, the duo support each other regularly on individual projects, and as producers on recorded work, including Joachim's Grammy-nominated Fanm d'Ayiti.

About Mei-Ann Chen, conductor

Praised for her dynamic, passionate conducting style, Taiwanese American conductor Mei-Ann Chen is acclaimed for infusing orchestras with energy, enthusiasm and high-level music-making, galvanizing audiences and communities alike.