The connections between art and music have been an inspiration for artists in different epochs. Within the framework of inauguration of the joint project of Artur Rubinstein Philharmonic Orchestra and Muzeum Sztuki in Lodz, the sounds of Rothko Chapel will appear in the space of the ms2 . Morton Fieldman’s piece written for choir, viola, celesta and drums was composed in 1971. The Rothko Chapel in Houston is the seat of a foundation, being at the same time a chapel and an art gallery. It was built between the years 1964-1971 thanks to a donation made by John and Dominique Menil, a pair of distinguished patrons of art. However, Feldman’s piece was not inspired by the works of Mark Rothko that are presented in the Rothko Chapel, but was written to take its place in the space filled with the artist’s paintings. The minimalist music suits the atmosphere of contemplation of the works of art. The piece is going to be performed by the Choir of the Lodz Philharmonic Orchestra, led by Maciej Salski. This concert will be the first one from the planned cycle of joint projects under the name Museum of Sounds.

22.11.2008 (Saturday), 6 p.m.