Event
Bronze Lands (Tailte Cré-Umha) : Sydney Festival
- Date: Tuesday, 21 January 2020, 7pm
- Venue: Sydney Town Hall — 483 George St, Sydney, NSW
- Series: This event is part of the Sydney Festival 2020 series
- Tickets: Adults: $39 (booking fees apply) — Tickets can be purchased online or by phone on (02) 8880 9214
Event Details
Lie down in the spectacular Centennial Hall as sound artist Robert Curgenven immerses you in his awe-worthy colours and sonic textures through the Sydney Town Hall organ – built in 1890 and still the greatest instrument of its kind.
In Bronze Lands (Tailte Cré-Umha) Curgenven takes inspiration from Bronze Age sea navigation, drawing on his heritage (his name is Cornish) and the history of Ireland’s relations with Cornwall and Europe. 5000 years ago, Ireland’s copper and Cornwall’s tin traversed the continent to make bronze. This historical reference point underpins the structure for a composition that reflects navigational routes across land and sea, by the stars, sun and moon.
Luminous and meditative, Curgenven’s music exploits the possibilities of the organ: from delicate, whistling tones to subterranean depths. It’s a 50-minute modern musical journey designed for pipe organ, decibel-boosting sound system and the physical space of the hall, creating a sound experience that’s aural, architectural and physical.
This performance is experienced lying down – cushioned mats are provided
PERFORMANCE IS 50 MIN DURATION
Further information for this event is available online at the event's website or by phone on (02) 8880 9214 or by email to mail@sydneyfestival.org.au
Featured Australian Works
Bronze Lands (Tailte Cré-Umha) by Robert Curgenven — Australian premiere |
Featured artists
- Music of Robert Curgenven
- Performer Robert Curgenven
- Performer Grace Chan
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