Acme: 15 Years - Music of Gavin Bryars Tickets

ACME (American Contemporary Music Ensemble) is a New York-based, flexible chamber ensemble led by Clarice Jensen, renowned for redefining boundaries in 20th and 21st-century music. Known as a contemporary music dynamo, ACME is celebrated for virtuosic performances, inventive programming, and deep collaborations with world-class composers and performers. The ensemble’s work with Gavin Bryars and other visionary artists has helped shape the modern chamber music landscape.

In 2020, ACME presented ACME: 15 Years, a three-concert NYC series at Tenri Cultural Institute commemorating the ensemble’s 15th anniversary and highlighting Bryars’ masterworks, including The Sinking of the Titanic and Bryars’ String Quartet No. 1. These performances were praised for their precise, expressive execution and for bringing Bryars’ luminous, archival sound into a contemporary context.

As a performer, ACME is led by Artistic Director Clarice Jensen and maintains a reputation for fearless interpretation and collaborative innovation. The ensemble's approach has earned notice from major outlets like NPR and The New York Times, reinforcing ACME as a staple of the contemporary classical scene in New York City and beyond.

ACME's discography highlights a commitment to expanding the contemporary repertoire through both creative studio projects and live performance. Key releases include Thrive on Routine (2017, Sono Luminus), Sleep (Max Richter, 2015, Deutsche Grammophon), Orphée (Jóhann Jóhannsson, 2016, Deutsche Grammophon), and Drone Mass (2022, Deutsche Grammophon). These projects underscore ACME’s versatility across modern chamber music, sound design, and collaborative works with leading composers.

Looking ahead, ACME continues to tour and collaborate with major artists. In 2025, ACME publicly announced performances with Max Richter, including engagements at venues such as the Emerson Colonial Theatre in Boston, signaling ongoing touring activity and a continued commitment to presenting high-caliber contemporary repertoire. For booking inquiries, we’ve got you covered—secure your seats through trusted channels and stay connected with ACME’s official updates.

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