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VOICE AND REED: PREMIERES AND CONTEMPORARY TECHNIQUES

*Presenting the World Premiere of Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame for Coco
LauAugust 7, 2025 | 7:00 PM | JCCAC, Hong Kong*

HONG KONG — Step into the vivid soundscape of contemporary music with Voice
and Reed: Premieres and Contemporary Techniques, an intimate sharing
session led by soprano Coco Lau and clarinettist Theresa Lam. This event is
a perfect gateway for those new to, or curious about, contemporary
music—inviting listeners to engage with modern performance practices in a
relaxed and welcoming setting.

The evening features the world premiere of 15 one-minute works from the
internationally acclaimed Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame project, a global open
call produced in collaboration with Vox Novus. Tailored specifically for
Coco Lau and centered on the theme of "Motherhood", these miniatures are
composed by a diverse group of international artists and explore motherhood
through a rich palette of extended vocal techniques and emotional
narratives.

Also on the program are two powerful excerpts from theatrical works by
celebrated Hong Kong composers Law Wing Fai and Linus Fung, spotlighting
the city’s own contemporary music culture.

Moderated with contextual insights throughout, the performance includes
printed scores for audience members to follow along and deepen their
listening experience.

Following the performance, audiences are invited to a Q&A session, where
Coco will share reflections on her freelance performance experience in
Europe, decode contemporary voice techniques, and offer a glimpse into the
creative and rehearsal process behind these compelling new works.

FIFTEEN-MINUTES-OF-FAME: FEATURING COCO LAUWORLD PREMIERE PROGRAM – THEME:
MOTHERHOOD


* - And Everything That’s In It – Eliane Aberdam- Motherhood – Donato
Attanasio- In 100,000 – Isaac Bolan- A Traveller's Song – Erik Branch-
Xīnshēng – Sarah Clevely- And I Will Sing – Maria Collings- Where Is Mama?
– Douglas DaSilva- I Know a Baby – Kirsten Johnson- Mama Never Forgets Her
Birds – Cecilia Muylaert- Nami – Gaetano Nenna- Dulzura – Vicente Olave-
Genealogy – Keri Lee Pierson- Geht leise! – Friedemann Schmidt-Mechau- On
Motherhood – Juan María Solare- What Does It Take to Be a Mother? – José
Jesus de Azevedo Souza*

Each work reveals a distinct voice, reflecting the deeply personal and
universal aspects of motherhood—from lullabies and ancestral memory to
loss, resilience, and rebirth.

EVENT DETAILS:Date & Time: Thursday, August 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Venue: Unit L7-19, Jockey Club Creative Arts Centre (JCCAC)
30 Pak Tin Street, Shek Kip Mei, Kowloon, Hong Kong

ABOUT THE ARTISTS:Coco Lau is a soprano known for her versatility in
contemporary and classical repertoires, with performance credits across
Europe and Asia. Theresa Lam is a clarinettist whose collaborations span
chamber, theatrical, and experimental works with a focus on storytelling
and cultural identity.

ABOUT FIFTEEN-MINUTES-OF-FAMECurated by Vox Novus, Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame
is a global platform presenting 15 one-minute pieces written for a selected
performer or ensemble. Since its inception, the project has premiered
thousands of works, championing collaboration and innovation in
contemporary music.

ON AUGUST 8, 2025,
FIFTEEN-MINUTES-OF-FAME
CELEBRATES CONTEMPORARY MUSIC
IN TWO DISTINCT VOICES,
ON TWO VERY DIFFERENT STAGES.

Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame makes a powerful double appearance—first at the
National Flute Association’s 53rd Annual Convention in Atlanta, with
flutist-composer Lisa Bost-Sandberg premiering 15 vibrant one-minute works
exploring the flute’s expressive universe. Later that same day, organist
David Bohn brings another set of world-premiere miniatures to the Organ
Historical Society’s National Convention in Wisconsin, showcasing the
organ’s rich historical resonance and sonic breadth. Two performers. Two
conventions. One day of musical innovation across the spectrum.
[image: Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame featuring Lisa Bost-Sandberg]
<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5S9vgceZQ-k>

VOX NOVUS PRESENTS: FIFTEEN-MINUTES-OF-FAME FEATURING LISA BOST-SANDBERG At
the 53rd Annual National Flute Association ConventionFifteen-Minutes-of-Fame
Flutist-Composer Edition
Friday, August 8, 2025
12:30–1:30 PM
Hyatt Regency Atlanta – Dunwoody Room
More Info https://www.nfaonline.org/convention

Vox Novus proudly presents a special Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame concert
featuring flutist-composer Lisa Bost-Sandberg, premiering 15 one-minute
works written especially for her by a diverse group of contemporary flute
composers. This captivating performance takes place during the
Flutist-Composer Edition at the 53rd Annual National Flute Association
Convention in Atlanta.

Each miniature is a unique artistic statement—concise, powerful, and
crafted to explore the full expressive range of the flute. Lisa
Bost-Sandberg, hailed by Robert Dick as “one of the important
composer-performers of her generation,” brings these vibrant new works to
life with her deep musicality, creativity, and spirit.

Featured Composers: Helen Bledsoe • Tessa Brinckman • Bonnie Cochran •
Cynthia Folio • Leanna Keith • Daniel Kessner • Bonnie McAlvin • Janice
Misurell-Mitchell • Coreen Morsink • Steve Owens • Luca Pellegrini •
Grigoris Polyzos • Ricardo Martínez Ramos • John C. Savage • Harvey
Sollberger

This program is part of a larger celebration of flute innovation and
community during the NFA's 2025 convention, underscoring the theme of
“unity and universal oneness.” The concert also features:

A glissando headjoint duet by Tilmann Dehnhard and Melissa Keeling

MAYKA Etudes by Jovana Damnjanović, performed by Nicole Esposito, Angela
Jones-Reus, and Ebonee Thomas. Join us as we celebrate new voices and the
powerful role of the flutist-composer in shaping the future of contemporary
music.

More details:
www.voxnovus.com/15_Minutes_of_Fame/featuring/Lisa_Bost-Sandberg/NFA/

Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame, created by Robert Voisey and produced by Vox
Novus, continues its mission of amplifying contemporary composers while
engaging diverse audiences in fresh and accessible formats.

Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame, created by Robert Voisey and produced by Vox
Novus, is a global initiative that has premiered thousands of one-minute
pieces by composers worldwide. The Composer’s Voice TV series brings these
works to a broader audience through compelling performances, interviews,
and cultural context.

Composer’s Voice, created by Robert Voisey and produced by Vox Novus,
continues its mission to present dynamic, living voices in new music
through short-format, high-impact episodes that bring performers and
composers directly into the spotlight. Each episode is a curated mix of
performance, dialogue, and discovery.

National Flute Association's 53rd Annual Convention
Location: Hyatt Regency Atlanta - Atlanta Georgia
Date: Friday, August 8, 2025
Time: 12:30-1:30 PM
Room: Dunwoody
Concert title: Flutist-Composer Edition
Concert description: Tilmann Dehnhard and Melissa Keeling premiere a duet
for glissando headjoint. Lisa Bost-Sandberg performs Fifteen Minutes of
Fame, a dynamic set of one-minute miniatures by Vox Novus composers. Nicole
Esposito, Angela Jones-Reus, and Ebonee Thomas present Jovana
Damnjanović's MAYKA Etudes.
Main NFA Convention website link: https://www.nfaonline.org/convention
[image: Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame featuring David Bohn]
<https://organhistoricalsociety.org/events/ohs-2025-national-convention/>

FIFTEEN-MINUTES-OF-FAME FEATURING DAVID BOHNOrgan Historical Society 2025
National Convention
Ozaukee Congregational Church | 1124 Lakefield Rd, Grafton, WI 53024
Friday, August 8, 2025 | Two Performances: 2:00 PM & 2:40 PM

Vox Novus proudly presents a special edition of Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame
featuring organist David Bohn as part of the Organ Historical Society’s
2025 National Convention in Milwaukee.

This program—“OHS Convention Mix”—showcases 15 world-premiere one-minute
works written expressly for David Bohn by composers from around the globe.
These short works span styles from medieval dances reimagined through
modern sonorities to minimalist meditations and even Dylan Thomas-inspired
soundscapes.

This will be the final music program of the convention, capping off a week
of historical and contemporary organ celebration. Please note: Due to the
nature of convention travel logistics, performances may begin slightly off
schedule—come early, settle in, and enjoy the moment.

Location:
Ozaukee Congregational Church
1124 Lakefield Road, Grafton, WI 53024

These performances will be video-recorded for a future Vox Novus broadcast
event—stay tuned!

Composers Featured: Andreja Andric • Paul Ayres • Paul Burnell • Daniel E.
Cocchetti • Carlotta Ferrari • John Furse • Kirsten Johnson • Tamsin Jones
• Michael Todd Kovell • Vinícius Nascimento • Josh Schmidt • Soheil
Shirangi • David Jason Snow • Tim Tricker • Jean-Pierre Vial

>From historical allusions to sonic experiments, each piece celebrates the
dynamic potential of the pipe organ in just sixty seconds.
[image: Gene Pritsker]

Vox Novus and Composers Concordance Announce Selected Composers for
Collaboration with Gene Pritsker

Vox Novus, in collaboration with Composers Concordance, is proud to
announce the selection of two exceptional composers — Rodrigo Baggio
(Brazil) and Nantenaina Andriamorasata (Madagascar) — for a special project
with internationally acclaimed guitarist and composer Gene Pritsker. This
selection follows a global call for scores, inviting composers to create
innovative works that expand the possibilities of the guitar in
contemporary music.
[image: Rodrigo Baggio]

Rodrigo Baggio is an award-winning guitarist and composer whose works have
been recognized in Musical Composition and Performance competitions across
Europe, Brazil, and the United States. He has toured extensively, bringing
his music to audiences in American venues and internationally in Germany,
Canada, and beyond. His selected work, Blend, fuses diverse elements,
aspects, and concepts to present a singular artistic point of view. More
about his work can be found at rodrigobaggio.com.br.
[image: Nantenaina Andriamorasata]

Nantenaina Andriamorasata, based in Antananarivo, Madagascar, is a music
composer, songwriter, and performer whose works have been featured on
global stages. His music for flute quintet will be presented at the Flute
Sounds Festival 2024 in Pristina, Kosovo, and his SATB choral work was
showcased at the World New Music Days 2023 in Cape Town, South Africa. A
multiple award recipient, including honors from the Merck Foundation,
Nantenaina has been commissioned by a wide range of performers and
ensembles worldwide. As founder of the Vakamiarina Group, he has released
several albums of award-winning folk music, available on major streaming
platforms. Learn more at clippings.me/vakamiarina. This collaboration with
Gene Pritsker is part of Vox Novus and Composers Concordance’s ongoing
mission to connect innovative composers with world-class performers,
fostering fresh perspectives in contemporary music. The selected works will
be performed in an upcoming program that continues both organizations’
dedication to championing boundary-breaking artistry.
[image: Alyssa Reit]
<http://www.musicavatar.org/categories/Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame-featuring-Alyssa-Reit-with-lever-harp/index.html>

Call for Lever harp Scores
Deadline: September 15, 2025

Vox Novus is calling for one-minute pieces composed for lever harp for the
Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame project. The set of Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame
featuring Alyssa Reit with lever harp to be premiered online in 2025. This
call is part of a 15 year anniversary of Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame.

Find more information and submit at
Music Avatar
<http://www.musicavatar.org/categories/Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame-featuring-Alyssa-Reit-with-lever-harp/index.html>

[image: Alisa Rose & Monica Chew]
<http://www.musicavatar.org/categories/Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame-featuring-Baritone-Violin-and-Clavichord/index.html>

Call for Scores
Deadline: November 10, 2025

Vox Novus invites composers to submit one-minute works for
Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame featuring baritone violin and clavichord—a rare and
intimate pairing. Explore the unique timbres of these historic instruments.

Find more information and submit at
Music Avatar
<http://www.musicavatar.org/categories/Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame-featuring-Baritone-Violin-and-Clavichord/index.html>
<http://composerssite.com/>
<http://www.composersvoice.com/>

Composer's Voice

is a bi-weekly TV showing airing on Manhattan Neighborhoodd Network

<http://www.fifteen-minutes-of-fame.com/>

Fifteen-Minutes-of-Fame

is 15 one-minute works written for a specific musician/ensemble.

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60 one-minutes works by 60 different composers

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