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City Life

Ensemble intercontemporain - Pierre Bleuse - Chin, Murail, Reich
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Program

Distribution

Unsuk Chin
Graffiti, pour orchestre de chambre
Tristan Murail
Légendes urbaines
pour ensemble
Steve Reich
City Life
pour ensemble
Ensemble intercontemporain
Pierre Bleuse , conducting

In recent decades, composers have drawn inspiration from the pulse of the city—its energy, its contrasts and its vibrant chaos. In this concert, we explore the city’s dynamic spirit through three classical masterpieces that capture its essence.

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Porte de Pantin station
Paris Underground (Métro) Line 5
Tram 3B 

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221 avenue Jean-Jaurès, 75019 Paris
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