Live Music Gig: ElecTríCelli Adventure 12 Feb 2022
Join Adrian Mantu on an ElecTríCelli Adventure with three kinds of cellos as The Ark joins forces with Spike Cello Fest
Have you ever heard of baroque, classical jazz or modern rock music? Perhaps you want to learn the difference between classical and world music? Listen as Adrian uses his cellos to explore music through the ages. Discover the unique sound of the modern electric cello and come away from this bitesize gig tapping your toes to Spike Cellofest’s rhythm.
CelloVision project connects different art-forms and artists through the use of experimental filmmaking, blending live and pre-recorded music together and Adrian (along with his cellos) will bring this playfulness into The Ark during his live performance.
COVID-19 Measures...
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Enhanced ventilation, cleaning and hygiene measures are in place, with hand sanitising stations and one-way systems.
Face coverings are mandatory for grown-ups and young people aged 9+ at all times while inside The Ark, while children under 9 are encouraged to wear face coverings if they feel comfortable to do so.
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About Dr Adrian Mantu
Dr Adrian Mantu is the cellist/founder of the ConTempo Quartet (1995), Galway Ensemble in Residence since 2003 and RTE’s National Quartet since 2013. He is the winner of 16 International Prizes, performing over 3000 concerts in 46 countries.
He arranged/recorded the music for “Trop Tard” film (Cannes Fest) and Steven Spielberg /Tom Hank’s “Band of Brothers” and recorded for Universal, Sony, Quartz, Deutsche Schallplatten & NMC labels.
Adrian was awarded a Degree of Doctor of Music (honoris causa) by the the National University of Ireland, Galway and is in his final stages of completing his DMusPerf studies at TCD/Riam. He commissioned/premiered over 300 new and neglected Irish works, representing Ireland in various EU projects both as a soloist and in cross-over ensembles.
Adrian’s cello is funded by Music Network, Arts Council and the Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media.
