Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra with Third Coast Percussion by Adams, J. L., Cerrone, Britten, From (2024/2024), Conductor Rossen Milanov, Amphitheater, Chautauqua, United States

Dive into a mesmerizing sonic journey with Third Coast Percussion, the Grammy Award-winning Chicago-based percussion quartet. For nearly 20 years, the ensemble has created exciting and unexpected performances that constantly redefine the classical music experience and “push percussion in new directions, blurring musical boundaries and beguiling new listeners” (NPR), with a brilliantly varied sonic palette and “dazzling rhythmic workouts” (Pitchfork). The evening begins with the immersive soundscape of John Luther Adams’ “Become River,” transporting audiences to ethereal realms with its hypnotic rhythms and lush textures. Next, Third Coast Percussion presents Christopher Cerrone’s “Meander Spiral Explode,” a riveting exploration of rhythmic intricacy and sonic innovation. The program concludes with Benjamin Britten’s evocative “Four Sea Interludes from Peter Grimes,” conjuring images of the sea’s power and beauty through its captivating orchestration. Join the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra for an unforgettable symphony experience!