Composer residency at the vasilicos of santorini, greece; new string quartet work
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PROJECT INFORMATION
Composer Mary Bichner was honored to have been named artist-in-residence for 2024 by The Vasilicos, an elegant seven-suite boutique hotel perched on the magnificent Caldera of Santorini, Greece; as part of its “[To Build] A [Temporary] Home” ad hoc residency program.
While in residence in late May 2024, Mary took notes and conducted research for a new string quartet suite using her sound-to-color synesthesia, inspired by the rainbow hues of the world-famous Santorini sunset as viewed from The Vasilicos’ Efta balcony.
Mary finished composing the work in September 2024, and in October 2024 it was recorded by members of The Budapest Scoring Orchestra, in partnership with The Vasilicos. A digital release and live premiere are anticipated for the future.
Mary is the third artist-in-residence in the program, and the first composer in its history. Previous recipients of the residency include Felicia Simion (2022) and Saori Kuno (2013).
More information on The Vasilicos can be found on their official website, and more information on their ad hoc residency program can be found via the “[To Build] A [Temporary] Home” subpage.
Contact INformation
For more information on this residency, please contact the composer at:
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