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Michael Gordon: Trance
A double anniversary celebration in 2026 marks thirty years since Michael Gordon's iconic work Trance premiered, alongside the composer's 70th birthday. Trance remains a powerful musical whirlwind, featuring challenging rhythms, intense brass sections, and fierce electric bass and guitar. The renowned Dutch Ensemble Klang and Luxembourg's United Instruments of Lucilin perform this hypnotic masterpiece alongside world premieres by Calliope Tsoupaki and David Fennessy. Gordon's zevendelige tour de force creates a world of shifting rhythmic layers that are both explosive and mesmerizing, performed by an impactful group of 23 amplified musicians.
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What is being celebrated at the Michael Gordon: Trance concert?+
The concert celebrates the 30th anniversary of Michael Gordon's work Trance and the composer's 70th birthday.
Who is performing at the concert?+
The event features Ensemble Klang, United Instruments of Lucilin, and new works by composers Calliope Tsoupaki and David Fennessy.
Where is the concert being held?+
It is taking place at the Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ in Amsterdam.
Is this a seated event?+
Yes, Muziekgebouw aan 't IJ is a concert hall with seated arrangements.
How many musicians are involved?+
The performance features a group of 23 amplified musicians.
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