Composer Daniel Wohl is known for music that blends electronics with acoustic instrumentation to often “surprising and provocative effect” (NPR). His newest project is Artificial, a ten-minute work that forgoes electronics and challenges acoustic instruments to sound digital. Here’s what Wohl has to say about Artificial: I’m thrilled to be working with Alarm Will Sound on Artificial, a […]
Keep in touch with AWS Tuesday, January 17th, 7:00pm Sinquefield Music Center The University of Missouri Columbia, MO PROGRAM Jlin arr. Santos, Back Against the Wall Daniel Wohl, Artificial (world premiere) JG Thirlwell, Execution (world premiere) Mvt. I: “Retribution” Mvt. II: “Evolution” Mvt. III: “Involution” Mvt. IV: “Devolution” Chris P. Thompson arr. Brown, Hanabi […]
Alan Pierson, Alarm Will Sound Artistic Director/conductor, sat down with composer JG Thirwell to talk about Execution, his new work for Alarm Will Sound. Alan: What would be useful for the performers or audience to know before they dive into this piece? Where did the titles come from? What does it mean to you? JG: […]