Enter into a world of sound, light, and video.
Mark Takeshi McGregor is no stranger to the Music on Main stage. As one of the world’s pre-eminent contemporary flute players, he has commissioned hundreds of new pieces of music. For this very special concert, he brings together four great composers — Keiko Devaux; Alfredo Santa Ana; James O’Callaghan; and Nicole Lizée — for a sensory experience that includes lighting design by Adrian Muir.
The world premiere of Keiko Devaux’s “Hōrai” opens the concert with a mysterious atmosphere: a video fills the back wall of the theatre, invoking smoke and ancient spirits. Alfredo Santa Ana’s “Notgnirrac” is inspired by the Mexican-British artist Leonora Carrington’s blend of psychological and physical geographies.
James O’Callaghan’s “Doubt is a way of knowing” explores the ‘what ifs’ and simultaneous emotional reactions that we all experience by processing the sounds of the live flute through a second flute that acts like a speaker. And, Nicole Lizée’s “Tarantino Études” plays with damaged film and audio to reveal hidden rhythms and a death-defying sword fight between flute player and on-screen Uma Thurman.
It’s a concert that will resonate well beyond the last note.
This concert has received support from the Vancouver International Dance Festival.
This concert has received project-based support from The Canada Council for the Arts.
programme
Keiko Devaux
Hōrai (world premiere)
Alredo Santa Ana
Notgnirrac
James O’Callaghan
Doubt is a way of knowing
Nicole Lizée
Tarantino Études
Performed by Mark McGregor, flute; Keiko Devaux, electronics; James O’Callaghan, electronics
CONTENT WARNING
Footage used in “Tarantino Etudes” is rated 18A for explicit violence, strong language, and drug use. Persons under 18 years of age must view these motion pictures accompanied by an adult.
What to expect when you attend Music on Main’s “10th Modulus Festival:”
Music on Main looks forward to welcoming you back to our first indoor festival since 2019! In order to safely welcome all music lovers, our safety measures err on the side of caution. Thank you in advance for helping everyone feel comfortable and safe as we learn to listen together again to live music!
Feeling unwell?
– If you are feeling unwell, kindly stay home.
Let’s wear our masks when moving through shared spaces!
– You are required to wear your mask when moving through indoor common spaces like the lobby, restrooms, and the performance hall. Masks are required in all public indoor settings for all people born in 2016 or earlier (5+).
FAQ
Q: Where will I sit?
A: You will be seated with your ticket group by ushers on a first-come, first-serve basis.
– Please check in with the box office to show your vaccine passport, and then wait in the lobby to be seated together.
– Each group will be seated approximately 2 metres from other audience members.
– Once in your seat, please remain in your seat until invited by an usher to leave.
Q: How long is the concert?
A: The concert is approximately 60 minutes long without intermission.
Q: Can I hang out with friends in the lobby?
A: Unfortunately not at this concert! Let’s all say hello to each other and talk about the music outside.
Q: How many people will be at the concert?
A: Music on Main plans to sell less than 50% of the capacity of the venue. This will allow everyone to have plenty of physical space between audience members.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation during this challenging time as work together to bring music back to our stages.
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