COMPOSER PORTRAITS - Miller Theatre at Columbia University

NEW YORK, ny

FEbruary 6, 2025 7:30PM

Swedish composer Lisa Streich is a major force in the world of contemporary music, and she currently serves as composer-in-residence with the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra and the Lucerne Festival. Her music is permeated with beauty and encourages close listening, often featuring stark contrasts, shimmering resonance, and motorized instruments. Experience three of her recent works including the U.S. premiere of a work commissioned by the Venice Biennale and Miller Theatre.

PROGRAM:

LISA STREICH ORCHESTRA

(2023/24) U.S. PREMIERE commissioned by the Venice Biennale and Miller Theatre

LISA STREICH Falter for violin solo (2020)

LISA STREICH Safran for motorized piano and violin (2017)

with Miranda Cuckson, violin