Seattle Symphony: In the Spotlight – Hannah Kendall

Hannah Kendall – Vera
Hannah Kendall – Network Bed

Join London-born composer Hannah Kendall for an evening of conversation and chamber music following the US premiere of her intricate and beautifully crafted orchestral work, The Spark Catchers. Kendall frequently draws inspiration from other art forms, including a 2017 installation by sculptor Katriona Beales entitled Network Bed. Kendall’s restless, luminescent music explores themes of insomnia and the need to stay plugged in.

Performed by Seattle Symphony musicians.

About Seattle Symphony

The Seattle Symphony unleashes the power of music, brings people together and lifts the human spirit. Recognized as one of the “most vital American orchestras” (NPR), the Seattle Symphony is internationally acclaimed for its inventive programming, community-minded initiatives and superb recordings on the Seattle Symphony Media label.

With a strong commitment to new music and a legacy of over 150 recordings, the orchestra has garnered five Grammy Awards, 26 Grammy nominations, two Emmy Awards and was named Gramophone’s 2018 Orchestra of the Year.

The Symphony performs in Benaroya Hall in the heart of downtown Seattle from September through July, reaching over 500,000 people annually through live performances and radio broadcasts.