University of Virginia 2008 Arts Board presents

The UVa Arts Board and McIntire Department of Music are pleased to present Fred Frith and Evelyn Glennie beginning February 1, 2008 for a week of performances, colloquia, and improvisation workshops open to the public.

A composer, improviser, and multi-instrumentalist, Fred Frith has situated himself for over thirty years in the area where rock and new music meet. Co-founder of the British underground band Henry Cow (1968-78), Frith moved to New York in the late seventies and came into contact with many of the musicians with whom he's since been associated, including John Zorn, Ikue Mori, Tom Cora, Zeena Parkins, and Bob Ostertag. Best-known worldwide as an improvising guitarist, his music offers the listener glimpses into an imaginative world of creative possibility.

Evelyn is the first person in musical history to successfully create and sustain a full-time career as a solo percussionist. In 1993 Evelyn was awarded the OBE (Officer of the British Empire). This was later extended to 'Dame Commander' for her services to music, and to date she has received approximately 80 international awards. Her diversity of collaborations have included performances with such artists as Nana Vasoncelos, Kodo, Bela Fleck, Bjork, Bobby McFerrin, Sting, Emmanuel Ax, Kings Singers, Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Fred Frith. Out of the 22 recordings made so far, Evelyn's first CD, Bartok's Sonata for two Pianos and Percussion won her a Grammy in 1988.

Don't miss this full week of engaging events with two internationally celebrated musicians.

For tickets you may purchase them at the Box Office during hours of operation or call the Box Office at 434.924.3984
There is a $1 service charge for purchases over the phone.
Box Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 12 - 5pm and two hours before ticketed events.

People who are interested in the workshops, should e-mail ahsu@virginia.edu and/or bmw9t@virginia.edu with FRITH WORKSHOP in the subject line.