Mark your calendars for February 19th at 7:30 p.m. at the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra, as director Steve Hackman presents Bartók X Björk. This event will fuse the works of two of the 20th century’s most innovative musicians – Bartók and Björk.
The performance promises an exploration of the avant-garde and adventurous, showcasing the radical and colorful musical language, extremes of emotional expression, and thrilling modernism inherent in the works of both Bartók and Björk. The fusion of Bartók’s Concerto for Orchestra with Björk’s music from her iconic albums Debut, Post, and Homogenic is set to captivate audiences and take them on an exhilarating musical journey.
Notably, the parallels between the narrative context of Bartók’s Concerto and the subjects of Björk’s songs will be emphasized throughout the performance. From the ominous threats of war in the first movement aligned with “Army of Me,” to the playful “Presentation of the Couples” juxtaposed with “Human Behavior,” and the heart-wrenching themes of the third movement elegy harmonizing with “All is Full of Love” and “Hyperballad,” the fusion promises a thought-provoking and emotionally stirring experience.
Artistic Leadership will be provided by Steve Hackman, Conductor, and Uncharted Series Creative Director, ensuring a meticulously crafted and seamlessly executed musical fusion.
Tickets for this extraordinary event are now available for purchase at Indianapolis Symphony’s website or at the ISO Box Office. Don’t miss the opportunity to witness this unique convergence of musical brilliance.
For more information, visit indianapolissymphony.org.
