St. Louis, MO

Immerse yourself in Ten Thousand Birds, John Luther Adams’s captivating work inspired by the songs of birds native to the American northeast and midwest. Performed by Alarm Will Sound and directed by Alan Pierson, this 70-minute piece transforms the natural calls of birds into an unforgettable musical journey.

Set within the stunning and imaginative spaces of City Museum in St. Louis, this performance blends music, nature, and architecture. With an open, modular structure, Ten Thousand Birds unfolds in harmony with the cycle of a day, beginning with the bright chirps of morning birds and concluding with the serene calls of the night. Musicians move throughout the venue, inviting audiences to explore and experience the performance from unique perspectives.

City Museum, with its labyrinth of artistic spaces and sense of wonder, serves as the perfect setting for this one-of-a-kind event. Much like Adams’s music, the museum’s environment sparks curiosity and celebrates discovery, creating a dynamic interplay between sound, space, and audience.

Don’t miss this chance to reconnect with nature through music that celebrates the awe-inspiring beauty of the natural world.