An American in Copenhagen

Thursday, June 19

19:00 – 21:00

TICKETS

Josefine Lindstrand: Sånger från bergen (text by Edith Södergran)

ÆTLA Vokalensemble

Lil Lacy: SOUND (world premiere)

Friends Philharmonic. Nicholas Swensen (conductor)

Aaron Copland: Appalachian Spring

Friends Philharmonic. Nicholas Swensen (conductor)

Samuel Barber: Adagio for Strings

Friends Philharmonic. Nicholas Swensen (conductor)

What to expect:

This program holds a special place in this year’s festival. We are thrilled to introduce Lil Lacy (US/DK) as our new composer-in-residence. The evening revolves around themes of community and hope. Together with our amazing chamber orchestra, Friends Philharmonic, we are guaranteed an unforgettable evening.

The title of the concert reflects a meeting between worlds: a series of works by American composers such as Aaron Copland, and Samuel Barber will visit us here in Copenhagen, in dialogue with our composer-in-residence Lil Lacy, whose roots span both America and Denmark.

The piece SOUND is a sonic celebration of the passion and dedication of musicians and singers. The libretto is based on words and reflections from musicians globally, among others who have been connected to the festival. Without you - no music.

As a prelude to the evening, the vocal ensemble ÆTLA will open the concert with two solo works, setting the tone for a night of reflection and connection.

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