Longy’s Orchestra FLEX presents Descent, a program of music exploring, both metaphorically and physically,
the ↘️
way ↘️
down ⬇️
Music by composers including Wolfgang Amadeaus Mozart, Josquin des Prez, Vincente Lusitano, Henry Purcell, and Gavin Bryars’ seminal work The Sinking of the Titanic.
Orchestra FLEX is a re-imagined orchestra which provides an opportunity for large ensemble projects without being limited by instrumentation. Defined by the group’s collective voice, students take part in the full process of orchestral programming, navigating the real-world challenges and discoveries of concert production, planning, and performance while exploring the intersections of musical tradition, arrangement/composition, improvisation, technology, and innovation.
Thanks to our partnership with the Massachusetts Cultural Council and their “Card to Culture” program, Longy School of Music of Bard College can offer free tickets to many of our diverse and innovative performance offerings. See the full list of participating “Card to Culture” organizations offering EBT, WIC, and ConnectorCare discounts.