Dive into the depths of minimalism at the Howard Assembly Room in Leeds for an unforgettable night with "HAR Late: Midnight Minimalism" on Friday, 24 May 2024. This event promises a mesmerizing journey through minimalist masterpieces, starting with a cult film screening and followed by an after-dark concert. The night will culminate in a late-night set that blends voice and electronics, creating an intoxicating and hypnotic experience.

The evening kicks off with the epic cinematography of Ron Fricke's "Koyaanisqatsi," paired with Philip Glass's celebrated score, offering an apocalyptic vision of the clash between urban life, technology, and the environment. This powerful film, devoid of text, narration, or dialogue, relies on Glass's memorable score to captivate the audience.

Following the film, seize the unique opportunity to hear the Orchestra of Opera North perform a selection of minimalist works, including Terry Riley’s "In C." The event will close with Australian vocalist Lotte Betts-Dean performing Jacob Cooper’s "Silver Threads," a piece that sets a haiku attributed to Matsuo Bashō to music, expanded into a full cycle by various poets.

Tickets are priced at £13, including the booking fee. The schedule for the evening is as follows:
- Doors open at 7pm
- Film screening at 7.45pm
- Orchestra of Opera North at 9.30pm
- Lotte Betts-Dean at 11pm

This event is part of the "HAR Late" series, offering after-dark adventures in music ranging from minimalism to jazz and electronica, all taking place in the hidden splendour of the Howard Assembly Room. Don't miss this unique blend of film, live performance, and electronic music in the heart of Leeds.

HAR Late: Midnight Minimalism

The Grand Theatre & Opera House Leeds

This project is an encounter between two of the greatest English singer-songwriters, each a genius of his time and both renowned for beautiful melancholy. Nick Drake, who achieved little critical success during his lifetime, has since been widely acclaimed for his hauntingly beautiful music, influenced by poets such as William Blake, William Butler Yeats, and Henry Vaughan. Although he died in 1974 at the age of just 26 years, Drake left behind a musical legacy that “throbs with [an] aching beauty” (Rolling Stone). Born almost 400 years earlier, John Dowland is best known for his melancholy songs of the English Renaissance, which express profound emotion and intricate artistry. This project also explores the romantic texts and the vibrant rhythms of Brazilian Bossa Nova, connecting the melancholic tones of Dowland and Drake with the dynamic musical innovations of artists like Powell, Jobim, and Bonfa.

Lotte Betts-Dean

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