On April 3, 2025, the London Sinfonietta, conducted by Geoffrey Paterson, will perform a concert at Queen Elizabeth Hall, London.

The program includes the world premiere of Mute, a new work by Laurence Osborn, and the UK premiere of shouting forever into the receiver by Hannah Kendall, winner of the 2023 Ivor Novello Award for Best Large Ensemble Work. Inspired by a phrase from Ocean Vuong’s novel On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous, the piece explores meditation and stillness through an instrument traditionally associated with the pain of the African diaspora.

Opening with Luciano Berio’s O King and Chemins II and closing with his Folk Songs, the program will also feature readings and narration by literary artist Belinda Zhawi, offering an imaginative journey through voice, community, and the struggle to be heard in today’s complex world.

More information at this link.

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