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Written By Armistead Booker

From Central Park and Lincoln Center to Riverside Park and the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Metropolis Ensemble presents public performances in grand and intimate outdoor settings.

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Drifting In Daylight

In 2015, Creative Time and Central Park Conservancy presented Ragnar Kjartansson’s S.S. Hangover (debuted at the 55th Venice Biennale), featuring a boat manned by a Metropolis brass ensemble in black-tie attire, performing music by composer Kjartan Sveinsson (formerly of Sigur Rós), which he created specifically for this work.

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"The addition of the Metropolis Ensemble added an extra layer of depth and grandeur to Rose’s performance, elevating her already stellar songwriting to new heights."

Melodic Magazine

“Awash in beauty and tension… sensational was the Metropolis Ensemble, effectively and excitingly led by Raquel Acevedo Klein.”

Night After Night

“You could not have asked for better performers… In A Grove is a triumph and among the finest works at this year’s festival.”

The Observer

“Grief mixes gospel harmonies, simmering post-hip-hop instrumentals and wounded balladry.”

The New York Times

“A vividly immersive thriller... not a word or note is without purpose, and both are captured, if not enhanced, in this richly produced recording.”

New York Times: Best Classical Albums of 2023

Armistead Booker

I'm a visual storyteller, digital designer, nonprofit champion, family tech generalist, communications strategist, proud father, moonlighting superhero, and passionate gardener.

http://armisteadbooker.com

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