Contempo: Contemporary Chamber Players

Whisper(s)

Concert Program

Matthew Burtner: Broken Drum (2003)

John Luther Adams: Wail (2002)

Yu-Hui Chang: Binge Delirium (2007)

David Lang: Wed (1992)

David Lang: Composition as Explanation (world premiere)

Morton Feldman: King of Denmark (1964)

John Cage: Inlets (1977), with Third Coast Percussion

Marta Ptaszyńska: Voice of the Winds for 100 percussionists, co-directed by Third Coast Percussion with assistance from beyond this point (world premiere)

Contempo and MCA Chicago present Whisper(s), a solo performance by Matthew Duvall featuring guest artists Third Coast Percussion and 95 percussionists. Curated by Matthew Duvall in a rare solo performance, this event is presented in tandem with the MCA exhibit Merce Cunningham: Common Time, which explores the legendary choreographer’s dynamic collaborations with leading composers, visual artists, and designers.

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This program is a part of Contempo's 52nd Season.

Featured Artist(s): Matthew Duvall, Third Coast Percussion