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10 September 2026 – Strange Beautiful Music 19 — Detroit
By Editorial Team - September 10, 2026
Summary
Detroit's experimental festival Strange Beautiful Music 19 opens tonight, featuring New Music Detroit playing Philip Glass, Molly Joyce, and Jerron Herman.
Key Facts
- Strange Beautiful Music 19 begins tonight in Detroit, running through 12 September.
- Opening night features New Music Detroit performing Philip Glass' Music With Changing Parts.
- Weekend roster includes Shigeto, Joy Guidry, and Tammy Lakkis.
- Entities: Strange Beautiful Music 19, Detroit, New Music Detroit, Philip Glass, Molly Joyce, Jerron Herman, Joy Guidry, Shigeto
- Tags: strange-beautiful-music, new-music-detroit, philip-glass, molly-joyce, shigeto, experimental, detroit-festivals
Detroit’s flagship experimental and avant-garde festival, Strange Beautiful Music 19, opens tonight, 10 September, delivering three days of unclassifiable sound and boundary-pushing compositions.
Opening night welcomes composer Molly Joyce performing alongside dancer Jerron Herman, followed by host ensemble New Music Detroit delivering a rare live staging of Philip Glass’ hypnotic masterpiece Music With Changing Parts. The festival continues through Saturday with performances from Joy Guidry, Tammy Lakkis, Shigeto, and leading Midwest improvisers.
A magnificent haven for adventurous listeners exploring modern classical, ambient soundscapes, and avant-garde music.