Improv:21 with Ellen Fullman February 18, 2009

Improv:21: Ellen Fullman – Sympathetic Resonances
Rova:Arts is pleased to present Improv:21, a series of “informances” on 21st century music that explores the connection between predetermined structure (composition) and performer interpretation (improvisation). Led by master improvisers and composers from the Bay Area (and beyond) and hosted by critic and KPFA radio host Derk Richardson, Improv:21 informances look at the many ways of organizing improvisation through a shifting (i.e. “improvised”) combination of onstage lecture and dialogue, musical demonstration and performance, and audience question-and-answer forum. Reasonably priced and easily accessible, these two-hour events are designed to inform, inspire, challenge, and enlighten a wide-ranging audience, from professional and amateur musicians to listeners of all backgrounds and levels of experience.

At the second Improv:21, Ellen Fullman will present a video documentary on her work featuring her music and sounds on the original “long string” instruments that she has created. She will also discuss the concepts behind the music with Derk Richardson and the audience.

Tickets sold at door. General seating only.

Official Website: http://rova.org/improv21/improv21_08_09.html