Visiting Illinois as an Improvisers Exchange artist-in-residence, Jason Kao Hwang’s (composer/violin/viola) music explores the vibrations and language of his history.
In Human Rites Trio, longtime bandmates Ken Filiano (bass) and Andrew Drury (drums) embark upon extemporaneous, transformational sonic journeys stemming from the narrative landscapes of Jason’s compositions.
Jason Kao Hwang provides further insight,
“Each composition is a progression of gestures, songs, movements and locations that bring participants into a state of discovery and compassion.
Within these Human Rites, individual voices are empowered to be fully expressive so that each moment is unpredictable and deeply intentional.
This psychic intensity, both sacred and sacrificial, provokes a heightened awareness that unifies Listeners and Musicians within a spiritual entrainment.
As we hear ourselves within music we become Music, which is no longer a performance but an affirmation of justice and celebration of life.”
Learn more about the artist at https://www.jasonkaohwang.com/.
Improvisers Exchange | More Events with Jason Kao Hwang
Improviser Exchange residency programs with Jason Kao Hwang include:
Wed, March 1
7-9p Electric Strings - Studio Class, Fishbowl, School of Music.
Thu, March 2
4-5p Jason Kao Hwang and Jason Finkelman in Conversation. Spurlock Museum.
Jason Kao Hwang and curator Jason Finkelman discuss representations of Asian-American identity and social justice in avant-garde jazz, music improvisation and new music composition. The conversation will include Hwang’s composition "Occupation of Silence", artistic approaches in addressing Anti-Asian hate, and reflection on the Nikkeijin Illinois exhibition at Spurlock Museum.
7:30p Performance: Jason Kao Hwang and Jason Finkelman. Allen Hall.
Fri, March 3
3p Improvisers Exchange Workshop with Jason Kao Hwang.
Orchestra Rehearsal Room, Krannert Center for the Performing Arts
All events are open to the public, and admission is free.
