Tori Ensemble Feat: Erik Friedlander, Ned Rothenberg, Satoshi Takeishi, December 9, 2011

Roulette Presents:

Tori Ensemble

December 9 & 10, 8pm

What: Tori Ensemble, Feat: Erik Friedlander, Ned Rothenberg, Satoshi Takeishi,
When: Friday, December 9 & 10, 8pm
Where: Roulette, 509 Atlantic Ave Brooklyn, 2/3/4/5/A/C/G/D/M/N/R/B/Q trains & the LIRR
Cost: $15/10 members/students/seniors
Info: www.roulette.org / 917.267.0368

Brooklyn, New York: Roulette presents the world renowned Tori Ensemble featuring Yoon Jeong Heo (geomungo-zither), Erik Friedlander (cello), Kang Kwon Soon (vocals), Young Chi Min (daegum-flute, changgo-drum), Ned Rothenberg (clarinets, shakuhachi-flute), and Satoshi Takeishi (percussion), December 9 & 10, 8pm.
The Tori Ensemble represents a collaboration among some of the most respected musicians of the Korean classical tradition and the New York avant-garde scene, transcending musical borders in its acclaimed work that mingles jazz, new music, and ancient Korean traditions ranging from shamanistic rituals to pansori vocals.
This performance will show the most basic, instinctive beauty of “Arirang”, a song of love and longing sung across the lands of Korea through the passing of thousands of years. The most representative of Korea’s original folk music, it has been recreated through various different musical interpretations (Tori) in each of Korea’s diverse local regions which will be represented throughout the performance. The musicians will move freely between solo and ensemble performances, eliminating boundaries between music and instrument.

About Roulette
Roulette – one of New York City’s premiere venues for experimental music for over 33 years - has reopened bigger and better than ever. Located in a newly renovated 1920s Art Deco concert hall in Downtown Brooklyn, the new Roulette features two levels of seating for up to 400 people (600 standing), an expanded multi-channel sound system, projection screen for film and multi-media events, state-of-the-art lighting system, modular stage, and a specially designed floor to accommodate dance. Teamed with bold new programming, the new Roulette promises to be one of the most exciting places in New York City - if not the country - to experience adventurous music and art.

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