Fowl Language

Soundcheck | May 3, 2010

Bang on a Can, a loose collective of six musicians and three composers, is one of the most vibrant new music ensembles on the international scene. But their newest and perhaps most ambitious project pays homage to a genre from a much earlier time, specifically the Baroque oratorio. Composed for the Concerto Koln—one of today’s most respected Baroque ensembles"Lost Objects" introduces the concept of an "early-instrument modern orchestra" (as opposed to a modern-instrument orchestra playing early music). The multimedia production features the direction by the celebrated filmmaker Francois Girard. Today, BOAC’s Michael Gordon joins us with a preview. Also on the show is Bruce Adolph, whose new chamber work, "Tough Turkey in the Big City," details the misadventures of Tom Turkey, which include a close call with a chef, a brief romance with a pigeon and a happy mix-up at the Thanksgiving Day parade. It will be performed live this weekend at Symphony Space, much in the feel of an old-time radio play.
Additional Resources:
» BAM Web site
» Tough Turkey in the Big City

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