ON TOUR IN IRELAND, SUPPORTED BY THE ARTS COUNCIL
Lime Tree Theatre, Limerick: 15th – 17th Sep
The Everyman, Cork: 29th Sep – 1st Oct
Visual Theatre, Carlow: 8th – 10th Nov
Black Box Theatre, Galway: 22nd – 24th Nov
This unique concert series promises a captivating fusion of virtuoso performance and collaborative participation, showcasing a brand-new composition by the maestro of participatory music, Brian Irvine, conducting 50 young musicians from across Limerick. For the debut production in Limerick, Brian Irvine will join as a special guest delivering workshops and conducting the participants on the night of the concert.
Led by renowned percussionists Alex Petcu, Emma King, Caitríona Frost, Brian Dungan, John Rousseau-Parlane, Paddy Nolan and guest Patrick Lynch, the Bangers and Crash Percussion Sextet not only showcases a spectacular array of percussion instruments – including marimbas, vibraphones, tubular bells, wind chimes, crotales, tambourines, gongs and a vast array of drums from around the world – but also captivates audiences with their creative use of ad hoc materials like scrap metal and household materials, pushing the boundaries of sonic exploration and crafting a mesmerizing fantasia of percussion sonorities.
The concerts promise a captivating evening of sensory ambient percussion with a repertoire inspired by diverse genres ranging from contemporary Western percussion and Afro-Cuban, to Japanese taiko, Spanish flamenco, and Javanese gamelan.
As well as Brian Irvine’s new work, the concert will feature a debut performance of a new participatory composition by the group’s Musical Director Alex Petcu. Complementing these participatory works, the repertoire will also include: Music for Pieces of Wood by Steve Reich, Ghanaia by Matthias Schmitt, Catching Shadows by Ivan Trevino and Shell by Emma O’Halloran.
Discover the power of percussion like never before, as Bangers and Crash Percussion blends innovation and engagement for an unforgettable concert.
“These shows will be a celebration of our shared experience with participants from across the country. We hope everyone leaves elated, inspired by what percussion can do, and proud of what we’ve created together – something far greater than the sum of its parts.” Alex Petcu
“Thanks to the Arts Council, writing this 3-dimensional participatory piece for Bangers and Crash and 50 participants is an irresistible invitation to embark on a wild, sonically rich adventure.” Brian Irvine
Past Bangers and Crash projects include large-scale productions for Cork Midsummer Festival and PIMA! Fest, an 8-date Music Network tour, collaborations with Irish National Opera, and performances at festivals including Body & Soul. Additionally, Bangers and Crash Percussion has delivered over 100 workshops in schools across Ireland, fostering a love for percussive music among young learners.
GET INVOLVED!
Bangers and Crash invites young musicians of any instrumentation and skill level to be part of this exciting concert. Over three days, the six master percussionists and Brian Irvine will guide participants through a captivating journey of auditory discovery and rhythmic exploration, culminating in an exciting concert. By performing in groups, participants will contribute to the creation of a rich auditory experience, playing their learned parts from various locations around the auditorium to produce an immersive, surround-sound effect for the concert audience.
This programme is designed to provide an exciting educational experience, enhancing the participants’ skills, creativity, understanding of professional performance, and innovative music creation. All activities take place in Lime Tree Theatre. For further information and to sign up, please visit: www.soundwavesmusicspace.com
PARTNERS
The Limerick Call for Participation is in partnership with: Irish Chamber Orchestra’s ICO Schools programme, Limerick School of Music, The Redemptorist Centre of Music and Music Generation Clare.
The Cork Call for Participation is in partnership with: MTU Cork School of Music, Cork City Music College, Music Generation Cork City and Cork Youth Orchestra.
The Carlow Call for Participation is in partnership with: Carlow College of Music, Music Generation Carlow, Music Generation Laois, Music Generation Kilkenny and Music Generation Kildare.
The Galway Call for Participation is in partnership with: Maoin Cheoil na Gaillimhe, Music Generation Galway City and Music Generation Galway County.
BOOKING
Participant Workshops & Rehearsals
Limerick – 15th & 16th September, various times, €20 (incl. workshops & concert)
Booking: https://soundwavesmusicspace.com/events/bangers-and-crash-limerick/
Cork – 29th & 30th September, various times, €20 (incl. concert)
Booking: https://soundwavesmusicspace.com/events/bangers-and-crash-cork/
Carlow – 8th & 9th November, various times, €20 (incl. concert)
Booking: https://soundwavesmusicspace.com/events/bangers-and-crash-carlow/
Galway – 22nd & 23rd November, various times, €20 (incl. concert)
Booking: https://soundwavesmusicspace.com/events/bangers-and-crash-galway/
Concerts
Limerick, Lime Tree Theatre – 17th September, onstage 7.30pm, €15
Booking: https://limetreebelltable.ie/events/bangers-and-crash-percussion-sextet/
Cork, The Everyman – 1st October, onstage 7.30pm, €10
Booking:https://everymancork.com/events/bangers-and-crash-percussion-sextet-an-immersive-experience/
Carlow, Visual Theatre – 10th November, onstage 7.30pm, Tickets On Sale Soon
Galway, Black Box Theatre – 24th November, onstage 7.30pm, Tickets On Sale Soon
SUPPORTED BY
Arts Council – Touring & Dissemination of Work Scheme and Commissions Award, RTÉ Supporting The Arts and Limerick Arts Office – Limerick City and County Council Strategic Fund.
LINKS
Website www.bangersandcrash.com
Soundcloud bangers-and-crash-percussion
Youtube @bangersandcrashpercussion5837
Facebook @bangersandcrash
Instagram @bangersandcrashpercussion
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