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Lisa Streich

Thursday, February 6, 2025, 7:30PM
Miller Theatre at Columbia University

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.

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photo by Kate Devine for Miller Theatre

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.

Repertoire

  • Lisa Streich

    Orchestra of Black Butterflies

     (2023/24) U.S. premiere commissioned by the Venice Biennale and Miller Theatre
  • Lisa Streich Falter for violin solo (2020)
  • Lisa Streich Safran for violin and motorized piano (2017)

Performers

  • Miranda Cuckson by John Rodgers 160x240
    Miranda Cuckson violin
  • Yarn Wire 160x240
    Yarn/Wire

Presented with the friendly support of the Ernst von Siemens Music Foundation

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