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Canadian composer Owen Pallett débuts his latest work, for orchestra and Canadian baritone Daniel Okulitch, in a bold and experimental program that also features Canadian violin virtuoso James Ehnes.
IN THE NORTH LOBBY
Pre-concert (7:15pm)
Performance by Element Choir, led by Christine Duncan. Element Choir is an improvising choir, whose cinematic approach to group vocalizing presents both tonal and non-tonal material in a constantly evolving and "in the moment" sonic environment. This event includes the presentation of the Canadian Music Centre’s Toronto Emerging Composer Award.
Intermission
Intermission chat with TSO Composer Advisor Gary Kulesha and composer Aaron Jay Kernis.
Post-concert
Performance by Prince Nifty: intergalactic unsettled liminalist pop.
Program
- Harry Stafylakis: Shadows Radiant (TSO Co-commission) [2']
- Aaron Jay Kernis: Violin Concerto (World Première/TSO Co-commission) [25']
- Intermission
- Owen Pallett: Songs From An Island (World Première/TSO Commission) [15']
- Nico Muhly: Mixed Messages [11']
Performers
- Peter Oundjianconductor & host
- André de Ridderconductor
- James Ehnesviolin
- Daniel Okulitchbass-baritone