In his music, Fulco Ottervanger places non judgement, vitality, hope & playfulness opposite to Rachmaninov's dark Judgement Day. This is musically translated in leaving space for improvisation and openness to the unknown. The orchestra will play with uncontrolled situations and unexpected elements, which he calls - pun intended - 'islands' in the orchestra, based on texture, frequency, metre etc. "I didn't want it to be an antithesis, a complete contradiction, since life and death are so intertwined. You'll certainly recognise some references to Rachmaninov in my piece."
‘The Isle of Life’ premieres this month. Expect a classical concert that will charm jazz lovers.
