Calm Amidst the Chaos, a recital of works by composer Martin Evans, 31/01/26

Описание: A contemporary classical music lunchtime recital curated and presented by composer and pianist Martin Evans. The event showcases a selection of his solo piano compositions, as well as some more recent chamber music pieces featuring bass flute, bass clarinet and fixed media electronics which are set to be published by Tetractys Publishing in 2026.

The theme of the concert, 'Calm Amidst the Chaos', serves as a metaphor for maintaining inner peace and balance despite life's often chaotic and uncertain situations, highlighting the human capacity for resilience and a deep-seated tranquillity that can be found within. The introspective music performed in the concert explores themes of existence, meaning, conflict, peace, and joy. It provides an opportunity for audience members to reflect on their personal responses to the music in the calming, peaceful and accessible space of St. Alfege Church, Greenwich, London, enabling them to set aside the turmoil of the outside world and connect with mindfulness.

Choice of instrumentation and varying moods across the selection of works being performed introduces a juxtaposition of the familiar (piano) with the less familiar (bass flute, bass clarinet) to highlight sound differences and stimulate thought and individual response. The fixed media electronics sounds add another dimension to the overall experience.

Supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England *

PERFORMERS:
Martin Evans - Piano, Composer
Carla Rees - Bass Flute
Sarah Watts - Bass Clarinet
Dominic Murcott - Electronics

PROGRAMME:
Dreaming 00:10 [Piano]
Calm Amidst the Chaos 07:19 [Bass Flute, Bass Clarinet, Electronics]
Entwined 13:50 [Piano]
For the Sake of Being 18:56 [Bass flute, Electronics]
The Inevitable Goodbye 27:50 [Piano]
Inner Voices 30:17 [Piano]
Elegy for the Living 34:40 [Bass Flute, Bass Clarinet, Electronics]
Nocturne 41:26 [Piano]
Conversation 47:42 [Piano, Bass Flute, Bass Clarinet]

VENUE:
St. Alfege Church, Greenwich Church Street, London SE10 9BJ

COPYRIGHT:
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