PROGRAMS AND EVENTS
September 2008
Thursday, September 18
Performance
Ditson Festival of Contemporary Music: Firebird Ensemble
06:30 PM
Tickets: $15 general admission; $10 members, students, and seniors.
Performing works by Curtis Hughes, Donald Martino, Mario Davidovsky, and Lee Hyla. Musically defined by eclectic programming with interdisciplinary influences, Firebird Ensemble aims to break down preconceptions about new music, to build enthusiasm for new compositions, and to create a unique concert atmosphere. The group was founded at the New England Conservatory in 2001, and has since become known for commissioning and presenting local and world premieres. The New York Times describes them as “ambitious and eclectic.”
Performance
Ditson Festival of Contemporary Music: Boston Musica Viva
08:00 PM
Tickets: $35 general admission; $30 members, students, and seniors.
Richard Pittman, conductor. Performing works by Gunther Schuller, Ronald Perera, Richard & Deborah Cornell, Julie Rohwein, and Chou Wen-Chung. Founded in 1969 by Richard Pittman, Boston Music Viva (BMV) was the first professional ensemble in Boston devoted to the performance of contemporary music, and is known for commissioning new work. Through the years, BMV has become one of the most highly respected ensembles of its kind, with an international reputation. BMV celebrates its 40th anniversary season this year.
On View
Wednesday, November 14 - October 12
Sandra and Gerald Fineberg Art Wall: Dave Muller
Wednesday, March 19 - October 19
Street Level: Mark Bradford, William Cordova and Robin Rhode
Wednesday, July 30 - October 26
Momentum 11: Nicholas Hlobo
Wednesday, July 30 - July 19
ICA Collection: Portrait of a Museum
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