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Marimba Mirage — Sounds in Motion
Performer(s), Performing Company:
Manuel Leuenberger — Marimba Artist
Category:
Music
Genre(s):
Acoustic, Classical
Show ambitions:
International Touring, UK Touring, Presenting at a UK festival, Presenting at an international festival, Co-production partnerships, Future commissions, Development for TV/film
Further information on the ambitions for the work:
The marimba is an up and coming instrument that is both old and new. The way I play the marimba is quite unique and the on stage features I add are playful and entertaining. This show has a lot of entertaining value and shows musicality on the highest level with multimedia elements that make the audience look even closer and thus listen even more. There is much potential for this solo show and I would love to bring it on tour worldwide.
Lose yourself in the hypnotic world of the marimba – probably the biggest xylophone you’ve ever seen. In his new solo show Marimba Mirage – Sounds in Motion, the Swiss marimba artist Manuel Leuenberger blends rhythm, melody and movement into a mesmerising performance, featuring his own compositions, cloned friends, rolling blackouts and whirring mallets. From delicate whispers to thunderous waves, this show transforms the wooden bars of the marimba into a dynamic soundscape. With every strike, emotions resonate, creating a journey of sound, space and illusion. Prepare to hear the unexpected.
Touring Notes
The marimba is not yet available just anywhere. So in most cases, I travel by car and bring my own instrument. If possible, I can work with Marimba One (the manufacturer of my instrument) to see if I can rent a marimba on site.
Previous Touring Experience
I have been playing the Marimba for 21 years now and have been to many countries as a percussionist as well. Including China, Japan, Argentina, USA, Spain, Germany, France, Italy and many more.
Any other ways this work could be shared with presenting partners and audiences
My program can be adapted in may ways. I can play Marimba in art galleries, on ships, in museums, on stages, in churches and perfom the pieces that best fit those venues. I am known for my flexibility and adaptational skills.
Venue
Show Details
Creative Credits
- Marimba Artist: Manuel Leuenberger
Country of Origin
Switzerland
Performing Languages
English
Performance Type
In-person
Performance duration
60-80 Minutes
Age range
8 and above (8+) , Guideline
Further information on target audience
Target audience will be people who love percussive instruments, yet are in search of soothing and relaxing music. The marimba combines both: rhythm and melody. That's why the show is called "Sounds in Motion".
Sensitive content
None
Touring and Development Opportunities
Touring information
Scale of show
Small-scale
Suitability
UK - National, UK - Rural, Europe, Africa, Asia, Oceania, North America, Latin America
Futher information on tour suitability
I am focusing on regions where people are open to classical and modern music but want to experience a rather unknown instrument like the marimba. I aim for cities and music festivals alike.
Touring availability
I am a 100% fulltime Freelance Musician. My availability is pretty much 365 days a year.
Estimated performance cost
£1500 - 2500 depending on distance of travel
Minimum stage / performance size
6 square meters
Screen development and other opportunities
Who is the rightsholder to the
material?
I perform pieces that were composed by still living composers. Such as: Paul Smadbeck (Rhythm Song), John Psathas (One Study), Ivan Trevino (Catching Shadows), Eric Sammut/Astor Piazzolla (Libertango), Keiko Abe (Prism), Evelyn Glennie (A Little Prayer)
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