John Zorn was an early favourite of rock’n’roll guitarist Jason Eckardt until he heard music by anton Webern and decided to become a composer. his “new complexity” works are known for their challenging virtuosity. Soprano Tony Arnold is a leading name of the young New York generation. The ICE has caused quite a stir in recent years as one of the most vibrant contemporary music ensembles in New York and Chicago. It now makes its european debut.

"The International Contemporary Ensemble is part of a trend of multidisciplinary ensembles with genre-defying approaches that appeal to smart, adventurous young audiences." Anne Midgette, The New York Times

Soprano Tony Arnold

Conductor Eric Dudley
Flutes Claire Chaise
Flutes Eric Lamb
Oboe and English horn James Austin Smith
Clarinet Joshua Rubin
Bassoon Rebekah Heller
Piano Jacob Greenberg
Percussion David Schotzko
Violin Jennifer Curtis
Viola Wendy Richman
Cello Kevin McFarland
Double bass Randy Ziegler

Jason Eckardt: Rendition
Undersong II-IV:
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Aperture
The Distance (This)