Festival Opening: Ars Electronica 2024

Experience a captivating fusion of tradition and innovation at this year's Ars Electronica Festival Opening.

By Creatives Unite Community
August 20, 2024

Join a spectacular evening as Ars Electronica 2024 opens with a tribute to Anton Bruckner on what would have been his 200th birthday. This year's opening event promises a fusion of classical music, cutting-edge technology, and avant-garde experimentation, set within the majestic St. Mary’s Cathedral in Linz.

Organizer: Ars Electronica
When: September 4, 2024
Who is it for: Music lovers, technology enthusiasts, and festival attendees
Admission: Free entry

What to Expect:

8:00 PM: The evening kicks off with the organ concert "BruQner – The Sound of Entanglement," where entangled photons "conduct" Anton Bruckner’s “Perger Präludium” through an experimental set-up featuring lasers, mirrors, and non-linear crystals.

11:00 PM: The chamber musicians of the Bruckner Orchestra Linz take the stage to perform Bruckner’s Symphony No. 7 in an ensemble arrangement, offering a unique interpretation of this classic work.

11:30 PM: The 12-piece ensemble “NoFive” presents "Bruckner x Pop x No Wave," a bold fusion of Bruckner’s Fifth Symphony with the White Stripes' iconic “Seven Nation Army,” creating a soundscape that bridges high culture and pop.

Additional Information:
Participation in the event is free, but space may be limited. Arrive early to ensure a spot for this unforgettable night celebrating the intersection of music, technology, and art.

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