As part of the 2026 Rochester Fringe Festival, your RPO brings a thrilling one-night-only program to Eastman Theatre that pushes the boundaries of orchestral sound. Mason Bates’ Mothership kicks off the evening with rhythmic drive and vibrant energy drawn from the collision of electronic and orchestral worlds. Régis Campo’s Dancefloor with Pulsing spotlights the theremin in a dazzling mix of whimsy and groove. The program culminates with John Adams’ Grand Pianola Music, a genre-bending favorite that pulses with irresistible momentum. Presented within Rochester’s celebrated Fringe—one of the nation’s largest and most dynamic multidisciplinary arts festivals—this concert is an invitation to experience your RPO in a bold new way.

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PHILS SPECIAL: RPO @ Fringe Contemporary Works with Theremin

Eastman Theatre

The theremin - untouchable sound magic. When the only musical instrument that is played completely without touching it meets the dexterous WDR jazz musicians, jazz standards and pop music sound magical. Included in this WDR music education concert: a short taster session and first theremin lesson on the stage of the Cologne Philharmonic!

Jazz mal anders: Big Band meets Theremin

Museum Ludwig

**Event Title:** The Universe Sounds Delicious

**Date and Time:** Sunday, April 28, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM (18:00 - 22:00)

**Location:** The Revery, 1700 Naud Street, Los Angeles, CA, 90012, United States

**Description:**
Prepare for an interstellar journey where classical music meets the cosmic expanse in "The Universe Sounds Delicious." This unique event, hosted at the otherworldly venue of The Revery in Los Angeles, promises an evening where the music of the spheres has never tasted so good. 

Dive into a space-themed musical odyssey complemented by a gourmet 5-course meal crafted by Master Chef alum Becky Brown. The event features an intimate setting that allows for a stellar blend of astronomy, music, and gastronomy. Attendees will have the privilege of meeting three astronomers who are not only passionate about the cosmos but also share a deep love for music. They will unveil the millennia-old connection between music and astronomy, sharing insights and secrets of the universe.

Highlight of the evening includes a performance by NASA astronomer Steve Bryson, known for his work in discovering Earth-like planets. He will enchant the audience with the theremin, playing alongside Salastina’s string quartet, and share insights from his scientific endeavors. Additionally, two esteemed French employees from LIGO will discuss their Nobel Prize-winning work in 2017, which involves listening to the actual sounds of the universe to gain insights into its origins.

The event also features a "Theremin Petting Zoo," where guests can try their hand at creating otherworldly sounds and alien voices, adding an interactive and immersive element to the evening. The experience design by Mercedes Curran ensures an unforgettable night that blends music, science, and culinary arts in a way that's unparalleled in the universe.

**Artists:**
- Kevin Kumar and Maia Jasper White, Co-Artistic Directors and Violinists
- Yoshika Masuda, Resident Cellist
- Linnea Powell, Guest Violist
- Steve Bryson, Guest Theremin Player and Speaker
- Arnaud Pele and Marie Kasprczak, Guest Speakers
- Becky Brown, Chef
- Mercedes Curran, Experience Designer

**Program:**
- Terry Riley: Sunrise of the Planetary Dream Collector
- Carolina Eyck: Ascent Descent and Strange Birds
- Chris Westlake: Selections from Star Trek: Below Decks
- Hans Zimmer: Selections from Interstellar
- John Williams: Selections from Star Wars

**Menu Highlights:**
- Welcome drink: Bantha Punch
- First course options: Tai snapper crudo OR Shiso salad (vegetarian option)
- Second course: Extraterrestrial beet terrine
- Third course options: Braised beef short rib OR Braised King oyster mushroom (vegetarian option)
- Fourth course: Nebula luminescent chocolate cake

**Ticket Information:** In-person tickets are priced at $295.

**Additional Information:** All sales are final. Programs, artists, prices, and dates are subject to change. Donations to Salastina, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, are deductible to the full extent of the law.

Prepare to embark on a cosmic journey that tantalizes the senses and expands the mind at "The Universe Sounds Delicious."

Carolina Eyck

Events

Past events

Sep 19, 2026

PHILS SPECIAL: RPO @ Fringe Contemporary Works with Theremin · Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra

Apr 3, 2025

Jazz mal anders: Big Band meets Theremin · Kölner Philharmonie

Future and recently performed repertoire

Theremin in Dancefloor with Pulsing by Campo

Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra

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