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Weird and Wondrous Music: Tuckamore Talk with Joe Argentino

Sunday, Aug. 4, 3-4 p.m.

Bannerman Brewing Co., 90 Duckworth St., St. John's

On August 4th at 3:00 pm, join the Tuckamore Festival’s resident music theorist, Joe Argentino, for a free, fun-filled, and engaging talk on eccentric and bizarre classical compositions. His talk, entitled Weird and Wondrous Music, will highlight how certain composers throughout history pushed the boundaries of classical music, embracing the absurd and the unconventional, to create jaw-dropping and yet captivating works. From the playful dissonance of Mozart and Rossini to the avant-garde experiments of Berio and Cage, discover how these composers defied norms and redefined the possibilities of classical music.

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore this fascinating world of strange classical music in the relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere of Bannerman Brewery on Duckworth Street, where you can also enjoy a refreshing beverage.

For more information, visit www.tuckamorefestival.ca.

Presented by Tuckamore Music Festival

Event Listing 2024-08-04 15:00:00 2024-08-04 16:00:00 America/St_Johns Weird and Wondrous Music: Tuckamore Talk with Joe Argentino On August 4th at 3:00 pm, join the Tuckamore Festival’s resident music theorist, Joe Argentino, for a free, fun-filled, and engaging talk on eccentric and bizarre classical compositions. His talk, entitled Weird and Wondrous Music, will highlight how certain composers throughout history pushed the boundaries of classical music, embracing the absurd and the unconventional, to create jaw-dropping and yet captivating works. From the playful dissonance of Mozart and Rossini to the avant-garde experiments of Berio and Cage, discover how these composers defied norms and redefined the possibilities of classical music. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore this fascinating world of strange classical music in the relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere of Bannerman Brewery on Duckworth Street, where you can also enjoy a refreshing beverage. For more information, visit www.tuckamorefestival.ca. Bannerman Brewing Co., 90 Duckworth St., St. John's Tuckamore Music Festival