Lecturer in Music Composition, Dr Nathan James Dearden's 'The day following', is featured in a programme of new, bold pieces of classical music that are currently on tour with UPROAR, inspired by, and responding to contemporary life in Wales.
UPROAR New Music Ensemble in concert at Bangor Music Festival
About the tour
Who are UPROAR?
UPROAR is the new music ensemble of Wales. Launched in 2018, its exemplary performers under the direction of Michael Rafferty bring to Wales and the UK the best international classical music written today. Working closely with composers and especially commissioning new work, this flexible ensemble brings vast experience of performing together as soloists and chamber musicians. The ensemble will reinvent concert presentation for visually minded audiences, often performing in inspiring and unusual locations. Its multimedia collaborations with dance, theatre, film, visual arts, video and live electronics will push the boundaries of these forms, providing unforgettable experiences. UPROAR will nurture new generations of composers working in Wales, providing performance and development opportunities for composers at every stage of their careers.
The day following: Nathan's new work
A lost community, archival footage, and folk song. Ahead of its premiere tour in Wales, Nathan James Dearden goes ‘behind the notes’ of The day following, and sharing its starting point and who or what inspired the composer. Visit this website to find out more (link embedded).
