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Terry Riley 90th Birthday Tribute

with Bang on a Can All-Stars and special guests

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Image of the band Bang on a Can stood next to each other

Celebrate Terry Riley's 90th with a mesmerising tribute featuring Bang on a Can All-Stars, SHABAKA, Valentina Magaletti and special guests.

Terry Riley is a trailblazer of Minimalism, influencing generations of composers and musicians. A Rainbow in Curved Air and In C have defined the genre, captivating audiences since their inception.

Marking his 90th birthday, this unforgettable night features the Bang on a Can All-Stars will in a stunning new arrangement of A Rainbow in Curved Air, blending the essence of Terry Riley’s visionary sound with fresh interpretations. The evening culminates in a powerful performance of Riley’s masterpiece In C, brought to life by an all-star cast of musicians, promising an evening of mesmerising rhythms and timeless melodies.

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This performance will end at approximately 9.30pm wit a 20-minute interval. 

Produced by the Barbican

Programme

  • Terry Riley arr. Gyan Riley   A Rainbow in Curved Air
  • Terry Riley   In C

Performers

  • BANG ON A CAN ALL-STARS:  
  • David Cossin   percussion
  • David Friend   piano
  • Arlen Hlusko   cello
  • Taylor Levine   guitar
  • Chris Lightburn   bass
  • Ken Thomson   clarinet and bass clarinet
  • Andrew Cotton   sound engineer
  • Special guest performers for In C:  
  • SHABAKA   flutes
  • Jack Wyllie   soprano sax
  • Raven Bush   violin
  • Adrian Utley   electric guitar
  • Valentina Magaletti   percussion
  • Soumik Datta   sarod
  • Gurdain Singh Rayatt   tabla

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