The New European Ensemble performed a concert in London, featuring compositions inspired by Ali Smith's Seasonal Quartet. Four female composers—Kate Moore, Alice Yeung, Seung-Won Oh, and Sara Zamboni—created new pieces that explored themes of interconnectedness found in Smith's novels. The performance included works by other notable composers, enhancing the narrative experience from autumn to summer.
Smith herself participated by reading excerpts from her novels, creating a dynamic interplay between her words and the music. The ensemble's fluid communication and varied textures contributed to a captivating exploration of the relationship between literature and sound.