Arts & Entertainment

'Gossamer' and 'Simple Measures' to Blend Music, Art at Free Performance

Discover a vibrant world of sound, texture, and emotion as Gossamer and Simple Measures combine their talents to create a classical music concert that is anything but β€œtypical.” Described as an β€œenchanted entanglement of music, nature, and visual art,” the performance will feature projections, special lighting, and beautiful sets and costumes.Β 

Simple Measures is a Seattle-based group devoted to spreading the pleasures of classical music.Β They strive to make chamber music more approachable for avid enthusiasts and the inexperienced alike by bringing world-class musicians to local neighborhoods. The intimate and small group setting allows attendees to engage with the artists, ask questions and feel the passion and energy of each artist.Β Β 

Gossamer is composed of five Seattle-based artists – a photographer, painter, musician, curator, and costume and clothing designer – who entwine their artistry to create a living tapestry of sound, color, texture and emotion.

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Performing together, Gossamer and Simple Measures will bring to life the β€œWeb Designs” concert concept created by Victoria Parker and Gossamer Collective. This special artistic event is free and open to all!Β 

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  • Mark Salman, piano
  • Rajan Krishnaswami, cello
  • Victoria Parker, violin
  • Zart Dombourian-Eby, flute

Program: HUDSON CYCLE by Nico Muhly, VOX BALAENAE by George Crumb, SPIEGEL IM SPIEGEL (Mirror Within a Mirror) by Arvo Part, Piano Trio by Maurice Ravel

- This information was provided by the Sammamish Arts Commission

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