Conducted by Gregory Charette, with soloists Katherine Dain and Joey Marijs, this concert presents a surprising blend of profound emotional intensity and lightheartedness. In addition to Kurtág’s own masterpieces like Játékok and Lebenslauf, the program includes works by Unsuk Chin and Thomas Adès, along with three world premieres inspired by the number 100 as musical gifts. A colorful tribute to a great composer, where playfulness and depth seamlessly come together.

This festive tribute to the 100th anniversary of György Kurtág is bursting with humor, playfulness, and musical creativity. Featuring highlights such as Ligeti’s fascinating Poème Symphonique for 100 metronomes and three brand-new musical birthday gifts in the spirit of Kurtág, this concert will be a unique celebration of his musical genius.

György Ligety
Poème symphonique for 100 metronomes

György Kurtág
Selection from Játékok

Mayke Nas
100 seconden

Unsuk Chin
Akrostichon – Wortspiel voor sopraan en ensemble

György Kurtág
Signs, games and messages

Jasper de Bock
100 instrumenten voor solo slagwerker

György Kurtág
Lebenslauf (Életút)

Huba de Graaff
100 noten

Thomas Adès
Living Toys

Het Muziek
Gregory Charette conductor
Katharine Dain soprano
Joey Marijs percussion