The concert
Marimba Universe promises to be an immersive experience that fully expresses the versatility and power of the marimba. Concert marimbas take centre stage, surrounded by waves of enchanting sounds and unforgettable melodies. The audience is taken on a musical world tour, where classical and contemporary works come together.
The programme features works by Ludwig Albert and Rodrigo Marques, including the internationally award-winning concertos The Universe and Permafrost, as well as the impressive Magic Sphere. These compositions are not only artistic masterpieces, but also served as compulsory works for prestigious competitions such as the Universal Marimba Competition Belgium. The pieces have already been performed in renowned concert halls, including the National Centers of Performing Arts in Beijing and Seoul.
Programme
PERMAFROST Concerto -Ludwig Albert & Rodrigo F. Marques (27')
Version for marimba solo & marimba quartet
Soloist: Mario Mascolo (IT
MAGIC SPHERE - Rodrigo F. Marques (20')
THE UNIVERSE Concerto -Ludwig Albert (27')
Version for marimba duo & marimba quartet
Soloists: Subin Ku (KR) and Francesco Miranda (IT)
Musicians
Conductor: Dr. Ludwig Albert
Musicians: Subin Ku (KR), Zihang Li (CN), Oleksandra Makarova (UK), Mario Mascolo (IT), Francesco Miranda (IT), Ivan Salvador Ramirez (MX).
About the programme
This concert reflects the vision and craftsmanship of the marimba course at the Royal Conservatoire Antwerp. Twenty years ago, this master programme was founded as a European first under the direction of Dr Ludwig Albert. Since then, the section has grown into a dynamic one in which tradition and innovation go hand in hand. Students are given the opportunity to develop within a broad repertoire and are encouraged to create their own arrangements and compositions.
With Marimba Universe, the ensemble shows the marimba in its most expressive and versatile form. This concert is not only an artistic highlight, but also a celebration of a programme that is making its mark on the international marimba world.