Twentieth century American composer Harry Partch created an original musical world and hand-hewn instruments on which to perform his microtonal compositions, which continue to inspire and influence musicians and composers today. This festival celebrates the music and influence of this unique composer, whose collection of hand-made musical instruments are in long-term residence at the UW under the curatorship of composer and Partch scholar Charles Corey.
Programs include premiers of new works composed for Partch’s instruments as well as rarely or never-before performed works from the composer’s archives. Other activities, including master classes, demos, and talks, complete this homage to a uniquely American artist.
Program Details
Sunday, May 13
10:30 a.m, Concert 4, UW Tower Auditorium:
Luke Fitzpatrick presents the Complete Works for Adapted Viola and Intoning Voice
FREE ADMISSION
Two Psalms: Harry Partch
Seventeen Lyrics by Li Po: Harry Partch
The Grave of Li Po: Luke Fitzpatrick
The Potion Scene: Harry Partch
2 p.m, Lecture-Recital, Meany Theater:
Sarah Kolat presents a lecture-recital:
"Adapted Voice: Interpreting the Vocal Works of Harry Partch"
FREE ADMISSION
Y.D. Fantasy: Harry Partch
The Potion Scene: Harry Partch
Two Settings from Finnegan's Wake: Harry Partch
7:30 p.m., Concert 5, Meany Theater
"Reflections"
Lover, Soldiers - War - Another War: Harry Partch
Vanity: Harry Partch
Where All That's Solid Melts Into Air: Jeff Bowen
Two Psalms: Harry Partch
In Paradisum: Charles Corey
Yonah's Dream: Mathew Rosenblum
Tulpa: Luke Fitzpatrick
Cloud-Chamber Music: Harry Partch
INTERMISSION
The Wayward: Harry Partch
Tickets: $25* ($10 students/seniors)
*Or purchase general admission tickets for all three evening performances for $60 with promo code: "BUYALL3FOR$60"