Not every composer can inspire both skeletons and showgirls. But a dance programme devoted to Nico Muhly’s music provokes very different responses from three choreographers. Two of the new works are terrific – and all three are distinctive and open your ears to the music.
The prolific American composer covers the musical waterfront from opera to church music. He’s an eloquent communicator and enthusiastic collaborator (from Björk to Sufjan Stevens), and notably big on dance.
