The Art of Time Ensemble is taking us back to 1920’s Germany with their latest concert Dance to the Abyss. The first concert of their final season, Dance to the Abyss features the music of the Weimar Republic, including familiar works like The Threepenny Opera Suite as well as music from composers who have been lost to history due to the intervention of the Third Reich. Andrew Burashko is the founder of the Art of Time Ensemble and was kind enough to answer some questions for me!

1. Could you please introduce yourself to my readers and your role with Dance to the Abyss?

I am Andrew Burashko and I will be performing in the “Dance to the Abyss” shows as pianist and conductor.

2. You founded the Art of Time Ensemble 25 years ago, and this is to be your final concert season. What’s the biggest change you’ve seen with the Art of Time Ensemble over the years?

Perhaps the biggest change over the last 25 years has been the growth and diversification of our audience.

3. Do you have a favourite piece in this programme and what makes it your favourite?

It’s so hard to pick a favourite. Every piece is a world unto itself. If I absolutely had to, I would say it the Threepenny Opera Suite by Kurt Weill, mostly because it’s the largest in scope and the most dramatic.

4. What’s next for you and the Art of Time Ensemble?

Our next and final show of the season is a Joni Mitchell tribute happening on May 9, 10 & 11.

I want to thank Andrew for taking the time to answer my questions. Dance to the Abyss runs February 23 – 25 at the Harbourfront Centre Theatre. For more information and tickets, visit: https://artoftimeensemble.com/dance-to-the-abyss

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