Helmut Lachenmann at 90

Over the past 15 years, Blueridge has grown from a grassroots musical meeting among friends to one of Vancouver’s most innovative classical music experiences. To mark our 15th anniversary, we present MILESTONES: a festival celebrating four musical anniversaries.

𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐦𝐮𝐭 𝐋𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝟗𝟎
Helmut Lachenmann, the iconoclastic elder statesman of the avant garde, also celebrates a big birthday in 2025—his 90th. Notorious for his radical use of unconventional techniques and textures, Lachenmann challenges the very essence of music, creating a visceral experience that captivates and challenges listeners.

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦
Helmut Lachenmann: temA
Helmut Lachenmann: Sakura-Variationen
Helmut Lachenmann: Dal niente (Intérieur III)
Helmut Lachenmann: GOT LOST

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Dory Hayley, soprano
Liam Hockley, clarinet
Katherine Watson, flute
Isidora Nojkovic, cello
Colin MacDonald, alto saxophone
Manuel Laufer, piano

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At Blueridge, we believe that the cost of a ticket should never be a barrier to enjoying transcendent musical experiences and listening in community. We welcome listeners of all ages, abilities, gender identites, ethnicities, and incomes, and heartily encourage you to select a ticket price that makes sense for you. If a free ticket is the best option for you FOR ANY REASON, we warmly welcome you to our listening community!

𝐏𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝟓 𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐦 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐤𝐞𝐭.


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