MATA Festival: Either/Or & Newspeak April 4, 2008

Since 2004, Either/Or has been hailed for its dynamic performances and creative programming of new and recent chamber music in New York City. Either/Or concerts present new works for unconventional chamber ensembles and soloists rarely heard elsewhere. Drawing equally on the latest works of emerging composers, classics of the historical avant-garde, and the American Experimentalists, Either/Or is fast developing a reputation as a compelling new voice on the New York concert calendar. Founded in 2004 in New York City, The Newspeak Ensemble is dedicated to exploring a fusion of art music and social-engagement that is significant, meaningful and communicative. The Ensemble derives its sound from the energy and performance practice of rock music, and the precision of contemporary notated music.