Conductor Robert Spano and the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra have created a thriving community of composers who have come to be known as “The Atlanta School”. They include Jennifer Higdon, Christopher Theofanidis, Osvaldo Golijov, and Michael Gandolfi, and this week we’ll listen to their music. Hosted by Seth BousteadProduced by Jesse McQuarters Michael Gandolfi: The Garden … Continue reading #30 The Atlanta School
Month: September 2012
#29 Just Intonation
Today we leave the world of equal-temperament behind and explore various contemporary pieces written for instruments in just intonation. Hosted by Seth BousteadProduced by Jesse McQuarters Terry Riley: The Harp of New Albion- Premonition Rag (excerpt), Terry Riley, p.Michael Harrison: Just Ancient Loops, II, Maya Beiser, vc.Terry Riley: The Harp of New Albion- Cadence on … Continue reading #29 Just Intonation
#28 Fall Season Preview
Seth previews some of the fantastic upcoming performances from Chicago new music groups, including CUBE, Access Contemporary Music, Dal Niente, and more. Hosted by Seth BousteadProduced by Jesse McQuarters Chinary Ung: Laughter Passes Over the Earth & Flying Mirrors fr. Seven Mirrors – Ensemble Dal NienteSebastian Currier: Ethereal & Charged from StaticAccess Contemporary MusicJimmy López: Avec … Continue reading #28 Fall Season Preview
#27 John Cage Centennial
In anticipation of John Cage’s 100th Birthday, Relevant Tones examines his life and music. Two members of Chicago-based ensemble Third Coast Percussion, Robert Dillon and David Skidmore, join us in the studio to share anecdotes about their experiences playing Cage’s works. Hosted by Seth BousteadProduced by Jesse McQuarters