Timo Andres 'Everything Happens So Much'
The BSO’s world premiere of Timo Andres’ “Everything Happens So Much” was an excellent display of contemporary compositional talent. While quoted as being a “philosophical, aesthetic, and even architectural” product of Brahms’ influence, the differences of the work from Brahms’ large ensemble works in actual communication of musical ideas and direction is decisively different. The layout of the concert was appropriately arranged. The latter part of the concert, Brahms’ Piano Concerto No. 2 and Symphony No. 3, served as a juxtaposition to Andres’ piece; highlighting the central differences such as texture and a broader spectrum of emotion. Overall, the experience of listening to a world premiere was an exciting experience as I was able to be