Contemporary Composer/Percussionist Lukas Ligeti Brings Sounds of Africa to the Whitney Museum of American Art February 6, 2009

As part of the 2009 Whitney’s Composers’ Showcase Series at the Whitney Museum of American Art, post-minimalist artist Lukas Ligeti continues his nationwide album tour with a one-night only energetic, polyrhythmic concert. Performing live solo electronic music mainly on the innovative Marimba Lumina, Lukas brings elements of African music, electronica, jazz, and indie pop. Program includes new works off of Lukas’ latest album Afrikan Machinery (Tzadik).

Official Website: http://www.whitney.org