Splinter Orchestra

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Event Splinter Orchestra
Venue PACT Theatre, Erskineville, NSW
First Date 16 April 2009
Last Date 16 April 2009
Dates Estimated No
Status Professional
World Premiere Yes
Description The Splinter Orchestra are one of the few large-scale improvisational ensembles working in Australia, or anywhere else for that matter.
Formed in 2003, the group has comprised of up to 50 members. Made up of individuals from the improvised music scene, electronic musicians, sound artists and those who are involved in environmental sound and field recording, the Splinter Orchestra create a stark minimalism despite their large number – without any leaders or conductors.
The group aims for graceful tension, restraint and simplicity. They are intent on becoming one instrument…
Description Source Website
Primary Genre Music
Secondary Genre Youth Theatre
Organisations
Contributors
Name Function Notes
Henrietta Baird Performer
Matte Rochford Performer
Text Nationality Australia
Production Nationality Australia
Event Status Completed
Data Source
Source Description
Web http://www.pact.net.au/2011/09/splinter-orchestra/
Data Set AusStage
Event Identifier 109200