With their “irresistible vitality” (Washington Post), this intrepid quartet guides us through their thrilling and sensuous sound world comprising percussion classics, signature works, and fresh collaborations.
Praised equally for their technical virtuosity and creative vision, Sō Percussion is renowned as one of the most exciting ensembles of its kind. Unsurpassed interpreters of the growing canon of chamber music for percussion, they also work with tireless verve and a highly collaborative spirit to bring the distinctively flexible techniques of percussion to new music of all genres.
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
THURSDAY thru SATURDAY @ 8 PM
July 28
Reich, Dessner, Lang
The “smart and dazzling” new-music quartet (Village Voice) performs a stunning collection of music by three of today’s top living composers.
July 29
Xenakis, Ergun, Trueman
The specific timbres of metal are at the heart of this performance, which features a classic piece alongside more contemporary works.
July 30
Cage, Lansky, Mackey
Creatively used found objects, exotic artifacts, and traditional instruments expand the sound palette in pieces by three ingenious composers.
Age Guidance: 16
Show Notes: No Intermission
Audience Advisory:
All performances @ Stanley H. Kaplan Penthouse