A concerto for honey bees and orchestra
OrchestrasThe Australian composer Rae Howell has released a concerto for string orchestra and honeybee.
Lots of buzz about it.
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To be performed along side “The Wasps” Overture???
Larry, the Wasps Overture was a real letdown in my opinion. Not enough wasps. Flight of the Bumblebee cuts it though
Can she guarantee that she employed at least 50% Africanized bees? Representation matters!
Can’t wait to pipe this concerto into my extensive flower garden! I’ve got hundreds of polinators visiting daily already and this music should undoubtedly draw thousands more! I’d actually welcome turn away crowds!
Hehe I thought the same thing!
It’s a genuinely compelling idea, but the musical content just doesn’t hold up to the concept.
I disagree, I think the music is stunning. Have you actually listened to it? After reading further, it’s based on the rhythm & pitch patterns in the bee buzz, which makes for a incredibly unique blend of art-music, noise & experimental sounds, as well as some truly beautiful string music. Huge thumbs up from me!