Sunday 5 October, 17:00

United Strings of Europe

United Strings of Europe presents a unique concert that delves into the theme of deafness in music, spanning from Beethoven to Evelyn Glennie. Under the artistic direction of Julian Azkoul and featuring deaf actress Vilma Jackson, the program includes works by Jessie Montgomery, Jasmin Kent Rodgman, and Olli Mustonen, along with arrangements of pieces by Evelyn Glennie and Beethoven. This concert, performed without an intermission and accompanied by sign language, aims to raise awareness about deafness and demonstrate that music is accessible to everyone, while also highlighting the talents of female composers and deaf artists.

Rue du Général-DUFOUR 14,
1204 Genève
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Photo Credit: DR

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