Metronome: Paul G. Smyth; Joanna Mattrey

Thursday, 12 March 2026

Event times:

20:30

Event location:

National Concert Hall

Event price:

€15.00

About this event

Since the late 90s, Paul G. Smyth has been carving a unique furrow into Ireland’s cultural landscape.

Parallel to his involvement with The Jimmy Cake (described by the Irish Times as “the most powerful musical force in Ireland”), Smyth has also set himself apart as a singular voice in Europe’s vigorous improvised music scene.

Joanna Mattrey is a violist and composer working in free improvisation, new music, and classical music. She uses extended techniques, modern compositional approaches, and electronic alterations to challenge the conventions of the viola.

Presented by NCH.

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