The multi-instrumentalist, composer, and improviser Fred Frith celebrates his 75th birthday in 2024. To mark this milestone, Stadtgarten Cologne has invited him for a special residency, culminating in the ‘Fred Frith 75’ festival. On October 15th and 16th, Fred Frith will present a unique program featuring mostly exclusive projects with both new and longtime collaborators from around the world. The performances will range from intimate duos to large ensembles, showcasing the breadth of his musical partnerships.
Throughout his extensive career, Frith has frequently performed at Stadtgarten Cologne, with his most recent appearance in 2023 as a duo with Susana Silva Santos. His long-standing relationship with the venue underscores his significant connection to the Cologne music scene.
Find out more: https://www.stadtgarten.de/en/program/fred-frith-75-festival-7978
Monday, October 14 (admission free)
Fred Frith: artist talk
afterwards: 'Step across the border' (film screening)
Tuesday, October 15
20:00 Trio: Fred Frith w/ Tim Hodgkinson & Paul Lytton
20:50 Quartet: Fred Frith w/ Gabby Fluke-Mogul, Mariá Portugal & Susana Santos Silva
21:45 Life Only: Fred Frith w/ Dimos Vryzas & Diego Aguirre DAZ
Throughout his extensive career, Frith has frequently performed at Stadtgarten Cologne, with his most recent appearance in 2023 as a duo with Susana Silva Santos. His long-standing relationship with the venue underscores his significant connection to the Cologne music scene.
Find out more: https://www.stadtgarten.de/en/program/fred-frith-75-festival-7978
Monday, October 14 (admission free)
Fred Frith: artist talk
afterwards: 'Step across the border' (film screening)
Tuesday, October 15
20:00 Trio: Fred Frith w/ Tim Hodgkinson & Paul Lytton
20:50 Quartet: Fred Frith w/ Gabby Fluke-Mogul, Mariá Portugal & Susana Santos Silva
21:45 Life Only: Fred Frith w/ Dimos Vryzas & Diego Aguirre DAZ
