A Concert in the Dark with Musical Duo KOEK

KOEK, pronounced “cook” is the experimental musical duo that features soprano Aliana de la Guardia and saxophonist Kent O’Doherty. As members of the Guerilla Opera, the duo formed from their love of creative art forms that push the limits of artistic expression, creating an experience that is boldly beautiful. KOEK'S experimental programs deepen the experience of music aficionados by engaging their senses so that audiences are actively “listening” and seeking out the subtleties present in their music.

On March 22, 2014 the sax and voice duo will present the follow-up to their highly successful inaugural concert "Pilot" entitled "Witness," at Gallery 263 in Cambridge, Massachusetts. In the spirit of innovation and offering music-goers an experience, the audience will be required to wear a blindfold throughout the performance and give witness to truly hearing. "Witness" will feature new works for voice, sax and electronics by Marti Epstein, Kent O'Doherty, Hilary Tann, Lars Skoklund, and Orlando di Lasso.

“It’s not that we don’t want anyone to look at us. We want to corral their focus to listening –true listening – not to sit back and wait for the music to entertain. We hope to have them actively searching for new sounds in the music; as well as our breath, the clicking of the keys on the saxophone, the turning of the page, the rustle of someone’s clothes or program, our movements and murmuring as we prepare, anticipating what comes next.” – Kent O’Doherty

"Witness" will offer listeners a musical experience that will envelop and move them in a way that few other concerts can match. As a participant you will seek out and find the untold gems in their music and be delighted by what you will find. Visit KOEK online to purchase tickets and to get more information on their ground breaking music.

KOEK:PILOT Trailer from KOEK on Vimeo.Source: KOEKPicture Source: KOEK