Artists in Residenceeighth blackbird

eighth blackbird

Taking its name from the Wallace Stevens poem "Thirteen Ways of Looking at a Blackbird," eighth blackbird is one of the most exciting young chamber ensembles performing today. The sextet's growing list of prestigious prizes includes the 2000 Walter F. Naumburg Foundation Chamber Music Award and the 1999 ASCAP/CMA Award for Adventurous Programming. Their reputation as a top-notch contemporary ensemble continues to build as a result of their gripping, critically-acclaimed live performances and their 1999 debut CD, Round Nut Tool.

eighth blackbird's appointment as Artists-in-Residence at the University of Chicago will introduce Contempo audiences to their "unique take on new music." For more information, visit eighth blackbird's website.