Fulcrum Point New Music Project is Chicago’s leader in new art music, presenting multi-media performances and educational programs in powerful contexts created by music, art, literature, and theater. The brash energy and innovation of today’s diverse popular and world cultures propel new art music forward to create innovative sounds, music, compositions, and performances. Through its concerts, Fulcrum Point New Music Project invites audiences to immerse themselves in the diversity of cultures and worldviews today. It provides meaningful contexts for contemporary compositions by including the visual arts, dance, literature, poetry and commentary.
Audiences and critics alike rave about this 10 year-old ensemble.
“genre-bending, envelop-pushing group”
-- John von Rhein, Chicago Tribune
“Stephen Burns’ intrepid chamber ensemble has made a mark in Chicago, providing a bracing shot of youthful adrenaline to the local music scene and drawing a loyal audience to the group’s imaginative concerts.”
-- Chicago Sun-Times