Every year on Europe Day (May 9) we remember that in Europe we live in peace and unity. It is a chance to reflect on what solidarity has built and what we hope to achieve in the future.
To celebrate this special day the Austrian Cultural Forum Washington was pleased to present an exclusive concert by the New Austrian Sound of Music (NASOM) -Ensemble Aureum Saxophone Quartet, recorded at the Arnold Schönberg Center in Vienna for the Austrian Cultural Fora and Austrian Embassies worldwide.
PROGRAM
European Anthem
Ludwig van Beethoven
(arr. Markus Adam) (abridged)
Italian Concerto, BWV 971, III Presto
Johann S. Bach
(arr. Mordechai Rechtman)
Spain
Chick Corea
(arr. Philip Marillia)
Pathétique, III. Rondo
Ludwig van Beethoven
(arr. Leonhard Paul)
Purbacher Galopp
Traditional
(arr. Rudi Pietsch)
Imaginary Dances
Philippe Geiss
Photo © Aureum Saxophone
ABOUT AUREUM SAXOPHONE QUARTET
When the members of the AUREUM Saxophone Quartet first crossed paths at the University of Music and Performing Arts Vienna, none of them knew what their future would bring. Four different characters found their destiny, and together they entered the world of music. The common goal of the ensemble is to bring classical music closer to the people. Eventually, they became one body of sound. The name of the ensemble originates from the Latin word AUREUM, meaning “golden”, which recalls the material of their instruments.
The group’s interests oscillate between traditional and progressive ways of musical expression. The range of their repertoire extends from baroque to contemporary music. All four musicians contribute different aspects to their music which result in a mix of classical music, jazz, world music and real Austrian folk music at the highest level. Their constant focus is based on exploring the infinite array of sounds possible on the saxophone. Apart from that, their “1 day – 2 concerts” concept addresses two totally different target groups: With their afternoon children concerts and the common evening concerts, the AUREUM Saxophone Quartet reaches all generations in just one day!