MUSIC IS CASTRATED NOISE

Struggle and construction - rather than the peaceful meditation of the undulating line or structure - form the core of MUSIC IS CASTRATED NOISE XI. The method is a creation of captivating affinity with NOISE/TONE/SOUND. The struggle as a form (both for the performer and the listener) proposes a model that must adapt to myriads of individual variations, even if they are delirious or “unpleasant”.

The battle form is not the usual epic form, it does not tell the adventure of an organic battle, it provides a large tear or gap - it is a torn lyric and can be carried away.

OCT.opus 25

The team of artists that go by the name of God’s Entertainment will be depositing a huge octopus replica in the pond near the Karlsplatz to offer us a new interpretation of Strauss’ waltzes.

This artistic ersatz for an octopus, representing an intriguing symbiosis between Strauss and cultural studies expert Donna Haraway, is designed to give us a completely new perspective on the waltz as such, with lively and provocative interpretations opening up unprecedented emotional and intellectual vistas on the music of Johann Strauss. With the help of an array of supporting artists, Strauss himself will conducting OCT.opus 25 and dancing to his own music. On five weekends, the project will be electrifying its audiences with humour, temperament, concerts, performances and dinners.