From Seattle’s Wayward Music Series:
WAYWARD MUSIC SERIES
Chapel Performance Space at Good Shepherd Center
4th Floor, 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, Seattle 98103 (corner N 50th St. in Wallingford)
Every month, Nonsequitur and a community of like-minded presenters and artists offer ten concerts of adventurous music in an informal yet respectful setting: contemporary classical, free improvisation, the outer limits of jazz, electronic music, microtonal/new instruments, sound art, and other extraordinary sonic experiences. All ages are welcome. All shows 8 PM, $5 – $15 sliding scale at the door unless otherwise noted (check individual listings).The Ballad of Ishtar
Jan. 22, 23, 24, 8 PM; $5 – $15 advance tickets
An electro-acoustic, semi-improvised opera that responds to our world-wide rape culture crisis. Its contemporary language is shaped by its particular musician creators, whose backgrounds all include improvisation and composition. Creator/violist Heather Bentley is joined by a stellar cast of musicians, including singers Beth Fleenor, okanomodé, and Jimmie Herrod. They are directed by Wayne Horvitz, and joined by dancer Paris Hurley.Beth Fleenor’s Workshop Ensemble
Tue. Jan. 27, 8 PM; $5 – $15 at the door
Workshop Ensemble (WE) celebrate the release of SILT – a 16 minute sonic meditation which has been embraced by Bunny Blasto Records. SILT will be available as a limited edition 5.5 x 7.25 print by artist Ollie Glatzer, a visual meditation serving as the physical vehicle of the sonic work, in tandem with a private download of the music itself. SILT will be available for purchase in person at live events, or online via Bunny Blasto Records.FRI. 1/30 – Ivan Arteaga’s Neijing Ensemble, music for saxophone quartet, 3 basses, and voice
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