Artist : Opica
Photo: Daniel Hjorth
[ concert ]
Time : 16. May • 23:00 - 00:00
Location : turkis, Vester Allé 15, 8000 Aarhus
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A vibrant and immersive set of works dedicated to the dynamic interplay between dance, the human body, and the essence of community. It celebrates movement, rhythm, and the unifying power of music, particularly in relation to the pulsating world of electronic music and nightlife. Each piece captures the fluidity and energy of the human body in motion, illustrating how dance transcends individual experience to foster a sense of belonging within a community. The figures depicted are not just dancers – they are embodiments of collective joy, liberation, and the shared experience of music resonating through the night. As such, this experience is an invitation to experience the transformative power of music and movement. It encourages reflection on personal connections to dance, the communities one belongs to, and the rhythms that shape everyday life. The hope is to inspire a deeper appreciation for the beauty of human connection and the joy that arises from dancing together.
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Anders Bo Eriksen (b. 1980) is a Danish artist who lives and works in Copenhagen. Opica is his solo project, in which he allows himself to move in any direction. It serves as an umbrella for everything from completely free instrumental music to experimental electronic music. He plays cimbalom, tuba, and drums. In his electronic music, he works with Pure Data, a small modular setup, and anything else that can produce sound. At the moment, he is working on music for a trio or quartet, with a particular focus on a sense of belonging, calm, and focus. The compositions are based on motifs from the cimbalom.