Sound Particles
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About the Artist
Friday, August 19th
Doors 9:30pm | Show 10pm
“In the attack, body, and decline of a complex sound, thousands of pure sounds appear in a more or less short interval of time.” –Iannis Xenakis
Sound Particles
National Sawdust invites you to Sound Particles, a pulsating electro-acoustic exploration on granular synthesis, subatomic frequencies, glitched rhythms and time stretched spectral harmonies. Music by Ricardo Romaneiro with live visuals by Christian Hannon. In performance with Jacqui Kerrod (electric harp), John Hadfield (percussion), Leo Leite (engineer), NoisioN (analog synths), David Zisa (modular synth), Hannah Sumner (vocals), Daisy Press (vocals), Ramin Abrams (electric bass), Justin Abrams (cello), Fabio Morelli (prepared piano) & special guest Fallen Atom.
Join us for a sonic experience inspired by the world of sound grains, accompanied by live projections.
Other In Situ Events
In Situ: Journey LIVE
Jul 08, 2016 - 8:00pm The Chicago-based Fifth House Ensemble teams up with composer Austin Wintory to present an original, interactive live performance of his Grammy-nominated score to the video game Journey.
In Situ: Eric Andersen sings Albert Camus
Apr 16, 2016 - 9:30pm Eric Andersen’s concert will be a highlight of the upcoming NYC retrospective “CAMUS: A STRANGER IN THE CITY” a series of events from March 26 - April 19 to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the French writer's one and only trip to the U.S.A in 1946.
In Situ: Carrie Rodriguez
May 01, 2016 - 8:00pm With her new release Lola (out February 19 on her Luz Records label), Austin-based Chicana singer/songwriter Carrie Rodriguez realizes her dream of presenting her deeply personal take on Tex-Mex music. The fan-funded album, which features an all-star band that includes Bill Frisell, Viktor Krauss, and Raul Malo among others, pairs her ranchera-inspired original tunes sung in English and “Spanglish” alongside contemporary interpretations of songs by her favorite Mexican composers delivered in Spanish.
Sacred Geometry
July 16, 2016 - 7:00pm National Sawdust invites you to Sacred Geometry, a meditative electro-acoustic improvisation on visual sound patterns generated by resonances of sound waves. Music by Ricardo Romaneiro with live projections by Christian Hannon.
Christine Tobin
August 20, 2016 - 7:00pm
Multi-award winning Irish vocalist and composer Christine Tobin now based in New York, sings from her highly acclaimed CD ‘A Thousand Kisses Deep”, new arrangements of Cohen songs.
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In Situ: Aaron Roche
June 15, 2016 - 10:00pm AARON ROCHE is a composer, performer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and recording engineer. His music effortlessly and unassumingly weaves together threads of songcraft, contemporary composition, American folk traditions, lo-fi drone, and avant garde noise rock.
Jazz for Kids: Timbalooloo
Feb 6th, 2016 - 12pm
Oran Etkin is a critically acclaimed clarinetist and composer who can be heard on major concert stages around the world and numerous recordings including a recent Grammy Award Winning compilation. In this special Mardi-Gras themed concert, Etkin will take the children on a journey, discovering the music and culture of New Orleans and creating a big second-line parade!
Oran Etkin is a critically acclaimed clarinetist and composer who can be heard on major concert stages around the world and numerous recordings including a recent Grammy Award Winning compilation. In this special Mardi-Gras themed concert, Etkin will take the children on a journey, discovering the music and culture of New Orleans and creating a big second-line parade!
In Situ: Francesca dePasquale
Apr 06, 2016 - 7:00pm Francesca dePasquale’s self-titled debut album encompasses works that scope from Bach to a new commission from composer Paola Prestini for violin and electronics, showing a wide range of artistic expression.
David Broza & The Jazz Encounters
August 12, 2016 - 7:00pm Israeli superstar David Broza and the Jazz Encounters have an original and fresh outlook on sound and harmony
Leila Adu Record Release
June 29, 2016 - 7:00pm Leila Adu has released four acclaimed albums including, ‘Dark Joan,’ recorded by Steve Albini and ‘Ode to the Unknown Factory Worker’ produced for the Italian National Radio. London’s ‘Time Out’ called her music, ‘Avante-garde pop that recalls Nina Simone and Tim Buckley” and reviewers have placed her in an arena with other female icons such as Joni Mitchell, PJ Harvey, Micachu and Esperanza Spalding.
In Situ: Salute Flying w/Yuan Liu & Kalmia Traver
Apr 30, 2016 - 11:00pm Yuan Liu is a filmmaker, technology and art researcher and curator. She has been a resident researcher and artist at Waag Society in Amsterdam and Museum of Human Achievement in Austin Texas. She has also been the official video journalist for The Last Weekend, The Internet Week NYC and Eyebeam Art and Technology.
National Sawdust and Rider Community Day
Apr 30, 2016 - 10am-2pmYou're invited to the National Sawdust and Rider Community Open House. This free celebration of our whole building being officially open will feature live music from local musicians and NS groups in residence, as well as tasty treats prepared by Rider's executive chef, Patrick Connolly.
