Fascinating sound: workshop and concert in Cologne for young and old!

Am 23. Januar 2025 um 20 Uhr findet in Köln ein freier Workshop und Konzert des Chors Γλωσσα zur klanglichen Entfaltung statt.
On January 23, 2025 at 8 p.m., a free workshop and concert of the choir γλωσσα for the sound development will take place in Cologne. (Symbolbild/ANAG)

Fascinating sound: workshop and concert in Cologne for young and old!

On January 16, 2025, the art college for Medien Cologne (KHM) announces a remarkable event that puts creativity and experimental music for the foreground. On Thursday, January 23, 2025, a concert of the choir γλωσα (Glossa) will take place in the auditorium of the KHM in Cologne from 8 p.m. Admission is free and there is an exciting way to explore the sound potential of individual voices.

The choir γλωσσα, the name of which means "tongue" and "language" in Greek, is made up of up to 30 members. The group focuses on the development of its own sound language and the implementation of its own compositions. Since the beginning of choral practice in early 2020, the singers have already staged fascinating performances in public space. For example, during a piece in the Cologne Philharmonic, they spread out among the spectators or strategically placed on the shore and islands of a river while the audience listened to pedal boats, such as News.idw-online.de reported.

sound laboratory and creativity

In addition to the artistic idea, the event offers an interactive experience that gives the participants the opportunity to develop creative skills together with the artists. As part of the concept, there is also the option of participating in workshops that aim to experiment with sound and music. These workshops are part of a larger program that the Mozarteum International Foundation with the support of the Cologne Music Board of Trustees. V. is organized.

On the same day, a workshop is carried out in the foyer of the KHM, which begins at 10 a.m. This is divided into several stations that offer the participants different sound opportunities. A concert takes place at 11 a.m. in which topics such as the deep sea, dancing on the moon and love stories in the Middle Ages are treated. Musical elements, which include both experimental and medieval music, ensure an unusual hearing and visual experience. Exceptional impact instruments and recorder in various sizes are used here, such as koelner-philharmonie.de explained.

awards and success of the KHM

The art college for media Cologne is known for its excellent project study in media arts, which can be completed in nine semesters. Every year, the diploma theses and projects from KHM students receive an average of 80 awards. In addition, the final films were awarded the student oscar in gold three times, including for the animated film "Ayny" by Ahmad Saleh in 2016. Graduates are regularly invited to the renowned Biennale in Venice, which underlines the internationally growing importance of the KHM. The variety of artistic projects and the invitation of artists to significant events are only part of the lively cultural events, which, as reported by khm.de .

Overall, the event on January 23, 2025 will not only be a scene for musical experiments, but also a forum for creative interactions and artistic development. The focus on research and the participating approach promises a unique experience for everyone present.

Details
Quellen