Miller Theatre Announces Fall 2017 Season of POP-UP CONCERTS, 9/12–12/11
By: A.A. Cristi Aug. 03, 2017
From Miller Theatre Executive Director Melissa Smey: "I'm thrilled to continue the sixth year of our Pop-Up series with an amazing fall lineup. We welcome back two ensembles that received rave reviews from Miller audiences-Regional de NY and Genghis Barbie. The incredible clarinetists Joshua Rubin and Vasko Dukovski perform a program of works for bass clarinet, one of my favorite instruments for its vast range of color. And I'm honored to feature the Argus Quartet in their Miller debut-they are one of the most talented rising quartets in the field. I hope you'll join us often for these free and fun evenings of adventurous music." Genghis Barbie performing at Miller Theatre's Pop-Up series last year.
POP-UP CONCERTS
Whether it is one's first visit to Miller Theatre or fiftieth, the free and fun Pop-Up Concerts provide the perfect opportunity to get up close and personal with today's most exciting new music. Sit onstage and enjoy a free drink during these hour-long weeknight concerts, and mingle with the musicians and fellow concertgoers after the show. Onstage seating is first-come, first-served. All concerts start at 6 p.m. and doors open at 5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, September 12
Clara Kim, violin; Jason Issokson, viola; Dana Kelley, violin; Joann Whang, cello
The dynamic Argus Quartet makes their Miller Theatre debut with a program of works all written within the last six years. Praised for their "supreme melodic control and total authority" (Calgary Herald), the quartet won First Prize at the 2017 M-Prize Chamber Arts Competition and begins their appointment as Graduate Quartet in Residence at The Juilliard School this fall. Hear them now before they make their Lincoln Center recital debut in 2018.
Kerrith Livengood: This Is My Scary Robot Voice (2016)
Garth Knox: Satellites (2015)
Andrew Norman: Peculiar Strokes (2011-15)
Tuesday, October 24
Joshua Rubin, clarinet; Vasko Dukovski, clarinet
The bass clarinet takes the lead in this Pop-Up featuring two of today's most acclaimed and versatile musicians. While this beautifully expressive instrument rarely sees the spotlight, it possesses an incredible array of sonic possibilities inspiring many contemporary composers. An eclectic program includes the world premiere Miller Theatre commission of Camila Agosto's work for two bass clarinets.
Vasko Dukovski: Cicada Invasion for clarinets (2016)
Chaya Czernowin: Duo Leat (Slow Duo) for two bass clarinets in Bb (2009-10)
John Zorn: Sortilège (2002)
Peter Eötvös: Derwischtanz for clarinets (1993)
Tuesday, November 21
Hadar Noiberg, flute; Vitor Gonçalves, accordion; Kahil Nayton, cavaquinho; Cesar Garabini, 7-string guitar; Ranjan Ramchandani, percussion
The Brooklyn-based Brazilian choro band Regional de NY dedicates themselves to keeping the choro tradition alive, a music that is virtuosic, full of joy, and deeply grooving. Miller audiences first experienced the band with Anat Cohen in 2015, and they return to the stage for an energetic program sure to delight.
Tuesday, December 11
Ugly Holiday Sweater Party
with Genghis Barbie
Rachel Drehmann, Attila the Horn; Danielle Kuhlmann, Velvet Barbie;
Leelanee Sterrett, Cosmic Barbie; Alana Vegter, Freedom Barbie
Grab your ugliest holiday sweater and join Miller Theatre for a holiday party like no other. The incredible all-female French horn quartet Genghis Barbie returns to put everyone in the holiday spirit with a dazzling twist on seasonal favorites. Major support for Pop-Up Concerts is provided by
the National Endowment for the Arts and the Dow Jones Foundation
Pop-Up Concerts Series Sponsor Columbia University's Miller Theatre is located north of the Main Campus Gate at 116th St. & Broadway on the ground floor of Dodge Hall.
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