Bang On A Can All-Stars with Trio Mediaeval in Steel Hammer
by Julia Wolfe
Inspired by composer Julia Wolfe’s love for the stories and music of Appalachia, Steel Hammer revisits the legend of John Henry and his race against “the machine.” Trio Mediaeval, with their pure and direct vocal sound, will weave the timeless tale and the Bang On A Can All-Stars will employ a chorus of instruments — including mountain dulcimers, wooden bones, banjo, steel hammers and more — to express the rich instrumental colors of the Appalachian region.
Estimated Runtime: One hour and 15 minutesThis performance is part of the Steel Hammer Engagement Project: NOTE: There will be a Talk Back with the artists following the performance.
The premiere of Julia Wolfe's Steel Hammer was commissioned by Bang on a Can with generous support from Maria and Robert A. Skirnick and Carnegie Hall.
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