Varèse, Raasakka/Parikka: rainy days 2026 | Ionisations

Sat, Nov 21, 2026 at 11am

About this event

A percussion supergroup takes on Edgar Varèse’s percussion landmark alongside a new companion work.

The music: Edgar Varèse: Ionisation; Ville Raasakka, Jussi Parikka: Thermal Movement for Thirteen (création, commande Philharmonie)
The artists: Percussionistes du festival; Aaron Holloway-Nahum (conductor)

Summary

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Summary: A classical concert featuring percussionists from a festival performing Edgard Varèse's landmark percussion work "Ionisation" alongside a commissioned companion piece for thirteen percussionists. The concert is part of the "rainy days" festival and is conducted by Aaron Holloway-Nahum, lasting about 60 minutes.

Genre: Classical / contemporary music

Artists/Acts: Percussionists from the rainy days festival; Aaron Holloway-Nahum (conductor)

Schedule: 60-minute program in the Grand Auditorium, 11:00 start.

Tickets: Sold via the Philharmonie ticketing system.