Talent Overview

About Temporal Mechanics Union

Temporal Mechanics Union is a percussion ensemble unlike any other, presenting experimental and new music with traditional rhythms, and large-scale percussion theatre performances. From main-stage concerts to cabaret shows to street performances to educational presentations, Temporal Mechanics Union guarantees a musical & visual experience like no other, one that audiences of all ages won't soon forget.

Biography:

The TMU repertoire follows two traditions. We play traditional & folkloric rhythms from a variety of cultural sources, such as afro-cuban bembe and rumba, Brazilian batucada, Arabic iqat and various West African styles. We also seek out and create new works, performing these in our chamber ensemble mode. We incorporate minimalism, art of noises, soundscapes, chance music and found objects into our performances. Many of the Mechanics regularly build and perform on new instruments. We've also been very happy to premiere the new and less-performed works of nascent and established composers.

TMU also presents large-scale multimedia works we like to call "percussion theatre." These works combine percussion-based music performed on traditional, orchestral and experimental instruments with visual arts, spoken word, dance & movement, singing & vocalizations, and equal measures of drama & comedy. A truly unique performance suitable for concert halls, festivals and experimental venues.

The ensemble is built around a core of percussionists (aka "Mechanics") who have been with the group since it's foundation. The ensemble at large represents a collective of percussionists and other artists who join forces to create a singular performance experience.

Please see our main web site for information on current and past performances, up-coming projects, and for links to more audio, video and photos.

Act Members:

Chris Mayer — Musical Director

Bryan McChesney — Senior Mechanic

Mike Fell — Senior Mechanic

Wayne Farley — Senior Mechanic

John Virden — Poet Laureate

Jessemine Baker — Mechanic (percussionist)

Brandi Berntsen — Mechanic (percussionist)

Lacy Brown — Mechanic (percussionist)

Katie Grimm — Mechanic (percussionist)

Thomas Govert — Mechanic (percussionist)

More Information:

Gig Salad Address: GigSalad.com/cdmayer

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