This event is part of Nameless Sound's Andrew Mark Ladd Memorial Concert Series.

British saxophonist John Butcher and American saxophonist/trumpet player Joe McPhee are two of the premiere international names in improvised music. Known as a foremost virtuoso of the saxophone’s extended techniques, John Butcher’s solos are a study in subtle detail, nuanced acoustics, brilliant overtones, and powerful abstraction. He has shown a particular interest (and ability) in the exploration of site-specific acoustics. A strongly expressive musician, legendary saxophonist/trumpeter Joe McPhee draws deeply from the well of blues, spirituals, and jazz, while always forging innovative ground and remaining a steadfast individualist. With roots in the revolutionary avant-garde of the 1960’s, McPhee is one of the music’s most inspirational artists, keeping it alive and on the cutting-edge.

Commissioned to create a site-specific installation by Dominique de Menil, Dan Flavin completed the design for the Richmond Hall installation just two days before his death in 1996. Given complete creative control of the project, Flavin chose not to alter the original structure of the building, a 1930 grocery store. Richmond Hall is one of Houston ’s renowned art environments.

Links:
http://www.joemcphee.com
http://www.johnbutcher.org.uk