The Royal Improvisers Orchestra involves around 20 musicians from all over the world
and from all kinds of backgrounds. This fantastic Orchestra uses a conducting technique
that Yedo Gibson has been developing together with the musicians since working with the
London Improvisers Orchestra. All orchestra members take turns in conducting, using 30
pre-arranged hand signs. The musicians are daringly expressive, creating top quality music
in real time, communicating freely with each other and with the audience. Everyone has an
equal role, and trusts each other implicitly. Experience has shown that this way of making
music is very effective in introducing people to new music. The gestures and expressive
content add up to an inspiring visual and theatrical experience. Concerts of The Royal
Improvisers Orchestra include street performances where the surroundings - a tram stop,
a bridge - also serve as instruments.
contact: yedogibson@hotmail.com
+31 (0) 621944560 / Yedo Gibson