Modern Notebook for June 29

Modern Notebook for June 29 - July 5, 2025

Photo: Duo Aya (flutist Rachel Woolf and marimbist Makana Jimbu)

On the next Modern Notebook with Tyler Kline: Beneath the forest floor, trees and fungi share a secret language — exchanging nutrients through delicate underground pathways. That symbiotic relationship comes to life in Wood Wide Web II by Miriama Young, where marimba and flute trace an imagined conversation between roots and mycelium.

Then: Thierry Escaich’s Double Concerto for oboe and violin is a spirited dialogue between friends — rooted in late-night chamber sessions and shared improvisations. At its heart is a shimmering homage to J.S. Bach, with counterpoint that ripples, refracts, and dances between the two soloists.

Featuring music by Karen Tanaka, Brian Dozier Brown, Karl Mitze, Miriama Young, Ian Wilson, Minoo Dixon, Gilda Lyons, Gabriela Ortiz, Thierry Escaich, and Stratis Minakakis. Including performances by pianist Isabel Dobarro, Unheard-of//Ensemble, Talla Rouge, Duo AYA, Musici Ireland, Saxophone in Progress Duo, Foot in the Door Ensemble, saxophonist Kyle Jones with pianist Timothy Jones, oboist François Leleux with violinist Lisa Batiashvili and Frankfurt Radio Symphony, and pianist Jihye Chang.

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