San Francisco Contemporary Music Players - "Controversial Ground" February 26, 2007

Marco Stroppa - "Hommage a Gy.K." (US Premiere)
Brian Ferneyhough - "Terrain" (Graeme Jennings, violin)
James Matheson - "Falling"
Ellen Harrison - "A White Ray of Time (Premiere, Commission)
Uncompromising in its demands on performers, Brian Ferneyhough’s music excites controversy even while emanating an otherworldly sparkle. Find out why when the ensemble performs his eruptive “Terrain” for violin and ensemble. Graeme Jennings, a former member of the legendary Artditti Quartet, has long been committed to interpreting Ferneyhough’s vision. Hear also striking new works from Ellen Harrison, James Matheson, and Marco Stroppa.
See also, Contemporary Insights, an informative and interactive introduction to some of the evening's music, lead by the performers. http://upcoming.org/event/120120
$27 General / $22 Seniors / $10 Students
Pre-concert talk begins at 7:15

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