Michael Gordon’s Timber

Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky
500 Alumni Dr, Lexington, KY 40503
Free and Open to the Public
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Friends and members of the University of Kentucky Percussion Studio will present Michael Gordon’s Timber on Friday, April 22 at 1:00pm at the Arboretum, State Botanical Garden of Kentucky. 

Timber is a piece written for six amplified Simantra — or wooden planks. The complex timbral characteristics of the wood are amplified electronically creating an ethereal sonic experience and encouraging a meditation in sound, rhythm, and nature. Bewilderingly challenging, yet soothing and contemplative, the piece sounds as if the forest is whispering secrets discreetly overhead. 

Attendees are encouraged to celebrate Earth Day by viewing the gardens as the sounds of Timber float around the area. Feel free to watch the performers at the gazebo (just beyond the Visitor Center), and bring a blanket or folding chair if you plan to sit and relax nearby. This event is free and open to the public.

This chamber recital is presented in partial fulfillment of the doctoral studies of Christian Swafford. Christian is a student of Professor James Campbell.

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