On Sunday, November 17, our friends at NOoSPHERE Arts will present the U.S. Premiere of  "A Place Called Music." This fascinating documentary from director Enrique M. Rizo tells the story of two artists from uniquely disparate backgrounds.

One part of the collaboration is Daniel Medina, a traditional Wixárika violinist from the mountains of Jalisco, Mexico, while the other is Philip Glass, the world-renowned composer from New York City. The audience will join Daniel and Philip on a remarkable musical journey that transcends cultural, linguistic, and geographic boundaries.

When music becomes the language, the language barrier is bridged. The artists' journey brings them to a shared space, revealing profound artistic connections that resonate deeply with the audience. The artists explore this deep connection through their music, resulting in an unprecedented blending of tradition and modernity.

Footage of rehearsals and live performances in Mexico and New York captures the fusion of ancient Wixárika ceremonial music with the resonant tones of the grand piano. The soundtrack, previously heard only in Wixárika ceremonial gatherings, brings a powerful new voice to both the violin and piano in a transformative experience that celebrates the universality of music.

Doors will open on Sunday at 3:30 p.m., and the film will begin at 4 p.m. After the film concludes, there will be an in-depth question-and-answer session with director Enrique M. Rizo.

Additionally, Daisy "Tutu" Bugarin Avila, supported by the Semillas Collective, presents "Opening Ceremony," a celebration of Indigenous resilience, creativity, and resistance through music, ceremony, and art. Wixárika and Tepehuano yarn paintings, crafts, and mountain-grown Zapatista coffee are available for purchase. All proceeds will directly support these communities.

NOoSPHERE Arts consistently builds community through a range of vibrant public events in its indoor-outdoor home atop Broadway Stages’ soundstages. This opportunity is one of many brought to the neighborhood of Greenpoint by a team of international creatives who engage diverse audiences. Broadway Stages is excited about this chance for audiences to celebrate diversity through film and music. Click here to purchase your tickets. Also, follow NOoSPHERE Arts on Facebook and Instagram for other exciting upcoming events!