SMTD faculty composer Kristin Kuster explores the intersection of spacial and musical design in her own work and that of other composers. Featured on the program are three of Kuster's newest works: Perpetual Noon (2008), composed for SMTD performance faculty Amy Porter and Christopher Harding; Ribbon Earth (2008) for small chamber ensemble; and the premiere of a new work for percussion quartet inspired by the architecture models on display at the UMMA re-opening in March 2009. The program includes compositions inspired by architecture and sculpture from the 15th, 17th, and 19th centuries. Performances by the Michigan Chamber Players, the Contemporary Directions Ensemble, and SMTD students, with guest artists Matthew Ardizzone, guitar, and Andrew Kuster, conductor. Join Dr. Kuster at 7pm for a pre-concert talk in the auditorium.