Masterpieces for percussion

In an exciting and varied program, the talented percussion students of DKDM perform Nordic, Japanese, and American percussion music.

The concert begins with the American composer John Psathas's stimulating work for 5 percussionists inspired by a theme from Keith Jarrett, followed by the Danish composer Poul Ruders's slightly intimidating work 'Regime' for 3 percussionists. One can consider the piece as a regime in itself and perhaps feel a bit cornered.

The concert also features a soloist. Alicja Krajewska performs the iconic work 'Marimba spiritual' by the Japanese composer Minoru Miki accompanied by a percussion trio.

The piece 'Ombra' by the Swedish composer Tobias Broström for 4 percussionists is a wonderfully imaginative piece of music inspired by Japanese shadow play.

The concert concludes with Søren Monrad's work 'Zavanna' for 7 percussionists. With powerful outbursts and gentle meditative sounds, the piece describes the African savannah in all its beauty and cruelty.