Spontaneous Dialogues
Spontaneous Dialogues I call my instant composition performances in different setting
In "Spontaneous Dialogues, Duo with a trumpet" the female dancer and free jazz trumpeter
engage in an improvisational conversation, exploring the intersection between movement and
sound. The piece centers around the concept of instant composition, allowing both the dancer
and musician to react and respond to each other's movements and sounds in real-time.
The piece begins with the dancer alone on stage, moving in response to the sounds of the
trumpet. The trumpeter then enters, and the two begin a call-and-response, with the dancer
interpreting the music through her movements and the trumpeter responding with improvisational
melodies. The dance and music intertwine and evolve together, creating a unique and dynamic
performance each time it is performed.
The movement vocabulary draws from contemporary dance techniques, with a focus on fluidity
and unpredictability. The dancer and trumpeter will work together to create a cohesive and
expressive performance, utilizing the space and each other's energy to create a spontaneous
dialogue between movement and sound.
Overall, "Spontaneous Dialogues" aims to showcase the beauty and spontaneity of improvised
performance, highlighting the power of collaboration between two artists in different mediums.
Presented in Vienna, WUK in the frame of TanzTag 2019, Vienna.