Saariaho, Stravinsky, and Bach paint a vibrant tapestry of orchestral brilliance, spanning from the grandeur of the Baroque era to the resplendent contemporary soundscape.

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Although they may initially appear worlds apart, Bach, Stravinsky, and Saariaho all share an extraordinary mastery of color and mood. Each of these composers reimagines elements from the past in a unique way.

While Bach delves into classical mythology, Stravinsky weaves new compositions using historical musical styles. In Terra Memoria, Saariaho reflects on her personal journey as a composer, and in Verblendungen, she adds a fresh layer of innovation to the classical string ensemble. An exhilarating musical exploration awaits!

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as part of

360° Saariaho

spotlight on Kaija Saariaho

Finnish composer Kaija Saariaho died on 2 June 2023. With that, this - previously planned - concert series at De Bijloke suddenly became an unexpected tribute to the most poetic grande dame of contemporary music.

discover the whole serie 360° Saariaho in De Bijloke