2024 Liquid Music | Northrop series
Liquid Music and Northrop at the University of Minnesota join forces for a new, ongoing partnership beginning in 2024. Curated and produced by Liquid Music's artistic director, Kate Nordstrum, this inspired series will bring singular artists from across the globe to Northrop's iconic stage, showcasing boundary-defying performances in contemporary music, dance, and beyond.
Northrop's historic Aeolian-Skinner Opus 892 pipe organ takes center stage in select projects, where composers and musicians will explore the instrument's limits to sublime effect. The series will also unveil new works from emerging music creators and choreographers, augmenting Northrop's robust dance programming with interdisciplinary projects that highlight the power of adventurous collaboration and afford Twin Cities audiences the opportunity to experience new works at various and multiple stages of the creative process.
Series events
SARAH DAVACHI, SOLO ORGAN
Tue, Apr 23, 7:00 pm // Northrop
Composer and performer Sarah Davachi makes her Northrop debut with an evening of solo organ works featuring her signature textural and harmonic experimentation, on the remarkable Northrop Aeolian-Skinner Opus 892. A visionary talent at the organ, Davachi creates a transcendent experience in the live presentation of her ethereal work.
Perfume Genius & Kate Wallich
open rehearsal
Wed, May 29, 7:30 pm // Northrop
Open to Series Subscribers Only
Los Angeles-based choreographer Kate Wallich and experimental pop musician Perfume Genius continue their rich artistic collaboration at Northrop for a creative residency supporting their newest evening-length work. Catch a first look at a work-in-progress showing of their combined exploration, alongside collaborators Alan Wyffles and Tate Justus. This new work is commissioned by Seattle Theatre Group and Liquid Music l Northrop.
Kit Downes: Southern Bodies
With Bill Frisell and Musicians of The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Fri, Oct 4, 7:00 pm // Northrop
Keyboardist Kit Downes and legendary jazz guitarist Bill Frisell unite for the world premiere of Southern Bodies featuring Northrop's historic Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ. Rounding out the ensemble is an ensemble of virtuoso string players from The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra.
Sun Dogs: Filmmaker and Composer Pairings With Alarm Will Sound
Thu, Nov 21, 7:00 pm // Northrop
An ongoing Liquid Music series, Sun Dogs brings together inspired composer and filmmaker pairs to create short-format films with new music for live orchestra, exploring how stories can be told (both musically and visually) from equal footing. Featuring Alarm Will Sound; composers Devonté Hynes, Arooj Aftab, Daniel Wohl and Rafiq Bhatia; and filmmakers Apichatpong Weerasethakul, Josephine Decker, Mati Diop, and Manon Lutanie.
About Northrop
Situated at the heart of the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus and a state historic landmark, Northrop has served as the University’s primary gathering place for the performing arts, world-renowned dance performances, concerts, academic ceremonies, and major civic events for nearly 100 years. From touring international and favorite local dance companies, musicians, and film screenings to the hottest comedy acts, renowned speakers, celebrated authors, and prestigious UMN lectures, Northrop offers opportunities for all ages to explore, learn, and engage.
