A Western
at AT&T Performing Arts Center
Mar 13 – Mar 15, 2026
Inspired by the classic film High Noon and drawing from the drive of punk, the edge of free jazz, and the rigor of contemporary classical music, Verdigris Ensemble builds a relentless vocal sound-world shaped by rhythm, staging, and intensity. Experience A Western, a powerful, immersive work by composer Michael Gordon inspired by the stark tensions of the classic film High Noon. Drawing from the drive of punk, the edge of free jazz, and the rigor of contemporary classical music, Verdigris Ensemble builds a relentless vocal sound-world shaped by rhythm, staging, and intensity. A Western unfolds through a precise formation of voices, creating a live experience that feels physical, focused, and deeply human. Moments of raw force sit alongside subtle rhythmic invention, holding listeners inside the music's momentum from beginning to end. Performed by Verdigris Ensemble, Directed by Kevin Moriarty, and conducted by Sam Brukhman.
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