programme
Karin Rehnqvist (*1957) När natten skänker frid
Kaija Saariaho (1952-2023) Nuits, adieux
Judith Bingham (*1952) The Darkness is no Darkness
Adrianna Kubica-Cypek (*1996) L’hiver
Nana Forte (*1981) En ego campana
Gundega Šmite (*1977) Light seeking Light
Nana Forte (*1981) O Oriens
Roxanna Panufnik (*1968) Celestial Bird
Justė Janulytė (*1982) Iridescence
performers
Cappella Amsterdam
Heather Müller conductor
Florian Ganzevoort lighting design
background
In La femme lumineuse, the works of contemporary female composers shine. Under the direction of the talented conductor Heide Müller, the program brings modern masterpieces, known as the “new classics”, to Dutch stages. These musical gems, not yet widespread in the Netherlands, offer a fresh and contemporary approach to music, with light as the central theme.
Experienced lighting designer Floriaan Ganzevoort adds a visual dimension, creating an enchanting ambiance. The selection of pieces was carefully curated by Krista Audere, who not only reflects her own artistic development, but also has a mission to highlight the accessibility of the works of contemporary women composers.
Photo: conductor Heide Müller
Photographer: Sveinung Bjorå
