ANDY HEDGECOCK relishes two exhibitions that blur the boundaries between art and community engagement
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SIMON DUFF is transported by the sweetly seductive tones of experimental guitarist Pat Metheny
The Star's critic MARIA DUARTE reviews I Am Martin Parr, September Says, The Monkey, and The Gorge
RITA DI SANTO applauds a touching and witty opener that touches a hot topic in Germany: the future of the immigrant population
SIMON PARSONS is discomfited by an unflichingly negative portrait of motherhood and its trials
PAUL FOLEY recommends an extraordinary double bill that packs a punch and leaves you reeling
MARY CONWAY is disappointed by a play about AI that results in a deadening disconnect for its audience
SIMON PARSONS applauds an insightful state-of-the-nation play that explores the growing class divide in South Africa
Pat Metheny
EFG London Jazz Festival, Barbican
PAT METHENY’s illustrious career and pioneering sonic vision has given him a unique perspective on how to push boundaries and innovate.
From his work playing in traditional formats — solo, in duets, trios, quartets and various large ensembles including the Pat Metheny Group — to writing and producing an array of milestone albums, singles and soundtrack work, his urge to investigate what might be possible has been at the forefront of his thinking.
His latest album MoonDial is a solo recording using a baritone nylon string acoustic guitar specially made by Linda Manzer, one of the world finest luthiers.
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