Rova:Arts is pleased to present Improv:21, a series of “informances” on 21st century music that explores the connection between predetermined structure (composition) and performer interpretation (improvisation). Led by master improvisers and composers from the Bay Area (and beyond) and hosted by critic and KPFA radio host Derk Richardson, Improv:21 informances look at the many ways of organizing improvisation through a shifting (i.e. “improvised”) combination of onstage lecture and dialogue, musical demonstration and performance, and audience question-and-answer forum. Reasonably priced and easily accessible, these two-hour events are designed to inform, inspire, challenge, and enlighten a wide-ranging audience, from professional and amateur musicians to listeners of all backgrounds and levels of experience.

At the third Improv:21, Vinny Golia comes up from Los Angeles with CDs, DVDs and his ebullient self to talk about composing for improvisers in large ensembles, something he has been doing for over 20 years in the USA and internationally. Of course, he will bring some of his many reed instruments along in case the spirit moves him to get into his work for improvising soloists as well.

Tickets sold at door; general seating only

415.826.2402

http://rova.org/improv21/improv21_08_09.html