Presented by Fonema Consort and 113 Composers Collective

Join us for an evening of avant-garde exploration as we delve into the uncharted realms of accordion music. Featuring virtuoso performers Julia Williams on accordion, Kathryn Schulmeister on bass, and Kyle Hutchins on saxophone, this concert showcases a range of experimental new works that push the boundaries of the accordion and its interactions with other instruments.

The program includes:

• "Camanchacas" by Carolina Carrizo: A dynamic dialogue between accordion and saxophone, unfolding over 5 minutes and 6 seconds.

• "estamos bien, pero tiemblo" by Francisco Corthey: A captivating exploration of accordion and playback electronics, lasting 8 minutes and 33 seconds.

• "Flesh" by Rebecca Saunders: A solo accordion piece that spans 11 minutes and 8 seconds, revealing the instrument's raw, expressive potential.

• "I Had a Slow Thought on a Hard Day" by Kate Soper: A 10-minute and 10-second interplay between saxophone and accordion that reflects on introspection and resilience.

• "Die Kreutzung" by Chaya Czernowin: A complex and immersive piece for accordion, double bass, and saxophone, extending for 11 minutes and 18 seconds.

• "Deprofundido II and III" by Pablo Chin: A profound exploration in three movements for bayan, each 6 minutes long, concluding the evening with a powerful statement.

Constellation, Chicago

Experience a night of boundary-pushing contemporary music with performances by Forbes Graham (trumpet), Riley Leitch (trombone), Kyle Hutchins (saxophone/bass clarinet), Justin Anthony Spenner (baritone), Shannon Wettstein (piano), and Rebecca McDaniel (percussion).

The program features a diverse selection of works, including Amir Khalaf’s Rib III, Thomas Wally’s Postscriptum (2x11x12), and Anna-Louise Walton’s Approximations. The concert also includes pieces by Caroline Miller, Sam Krahn, and Tiffany Skidmore. Expect an evening of daring sonic exploration that fuses complex textures and intricate soundscapes.