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Huddersfield Gala: New Sounds Emerge
23 Nov
Summary
- Festival features over 30 world and UK premieres of new music.
- Performances blend acoustic instruments with electronic tracks.
- Unusual percussion sound effects create unique sonic landscapes.
The Huddersfield Contemporary Music festival launched its annual celebration of new sounds, featuring over 30 world and UK premieres. The opening concerts blended intricate ensemble performances with electronic compositions and inventive percussion. Venues across Huddersfield transformed into intimate spaces for avant-garde exploration.
Performances included the Explore Ensemble presenting Rytis Mažulis's "Canon Mensurabilis," where acoustic sounds merged with electronic elements. Bryn Harrison's "The Spectre...Is Always Already a Figure of That Which is to Come" captivated with its dialogue between musicians and prerecorded tracks, creating a compelling haunting effect.
The festival also highlighted Sarah Hennies's "Motor Tapes," exploring rhythm and timbre with diverse sonic effects from drum rolls to milk frothers. The event underscored the festival's role in showcasing the breadth of contemporary music, from established composers like Arvo Pärt to emerging talents.
