Doors: 11:30
Seated event
In a new commission from MUNCH, percussionist and communicator Celio de Carvalho has composed brand new music inspired by the myriad drawings in the newly published book Munch is Missing! by author Catherine Ingram and illustrator Celyn Brazier. The music has been composed in collaboration with an all-star line-up of musicians – Per Olav Kobberstad (guitar), Bruna Santana (vocals) and Gustavo Tavares (cello) – who make up the newly formed Quarteto Art. Join them for their very first performance together! Today the musicians will also meet illustrator Celyn, who will create new versions of his drawings inspired by the music.
We welcome you to an exploratory concert performance with Brazilian rhythms, improvisation and play with music and drawing!
About Munch is Missing!
In Munch is Missing!, the latest book from MUNCH Publishing, children and adults of all ages can search for and find Edvard Munch and a number of other artists inspired by him in 12 magical hide-and-seek illustrations. Here, you’ll learn about important moments in the artist’s life and about key themes in his artwork. Can you spot him by the midsummer bonfire, or on the hillside where he first heard The Scream?
Catherine Ingram is a writer and lecturer specialising in art history. She holds a PhD from Oxford University and has lectured for the Tate, Christie’s, Imperial College and Magdalen College, Oxford. In 2024, she published Extraordinary Art Dealers with HENI publishing and is presently working on a photographic book for them. Catherine served as series editor for the award-winning illustrated art history series This is (Laurence King Publishing), for which she also authored four titles. In addition, she has written several art books for children, including Where’s Warhol?, Find Frida and Arnold’s Extraordinary Art Museum.
Celyn Brazier is a British artist, illustrator and art director. His early work on animations and music videos for Ninja Tune evolved into a broader exploration of moving images. As an animation director at Nexus Studios, he spent 17 years building a diverse portfolio of projects for clients such as the BBC, Headspace and Vitra. Celyn’s illustrations have been published in The New Yorker, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Guardian and Variety, and his cover artwork has been commissioned by authors, editors and publishers worldwide. Brazier’s practice shifts across scale and medium, from large-scale murals to detailed ink drawings, painted studies and animations. In collaboration with the London Wildlife Trust, his nature illustrations can be seen in several locations throughout the English capital.
About the musicians
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Celio de Carvalho is a Brazilian percussionist living in Norway. Carvalho was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro and came to Oslo in 1983 in connection with the Oslo Carnival. With his background in Brazilian music, he has brought new impulses to the jazz scene. He has created musical children's programmes and been active in a large number of concerts and events. Celio is a current member of Paal Nilssen Love's Large Unit.
Per Olav Kobberstad is a guitarist and composer from Stord. He studied music at the University of Agder, and is one of the few players of the 8-string acoustic guitar. In 2013 he moved to Brazil and in 2014 he released his debut album Os Rios, As Ligações. Based in Oslo since 2017, Kobberstad has played extensively in Norway in recent years.
Bruna Santana is a Brazilian singer living in Norway. She started early with music and TV appearances in Brazil and her international career began in 2009 with performances in Abu Dhabi, before moving on to France and Qatar. In 2013, she settled in Oslo, where she quickly became part of the music scene.
Gustavo Tavares is a versatile musician, playing frequently not only with classical but also with jazz and popular artists. He is a solo cellist for The Norwegian Opera & Ballet, has performed throughout his home country, Brazil, and in some of the most famous concert halls and festivals around the world. He has appeared as soloist as well as conductor with many orchestras. He is considered a specialist on Latin American music.
©Celyn Brazier
