Brian's Birthday at the ICA

We went to the Institute of Contemporary Art on Friday for a concert: saxophonist Evan Parker and pianist Marilyn Crispell. The music was the most unusual, creative music I have ever heard. It seemed that they were almost re-inventing music through unorthodox uses of their instruments. In addition, we were treated to a viewing of a new exhibit by sculptor Tara Donovan (click her name to see a slide show), who uses every day objects to create pieces of art that are surprising and even moving. I was particularly struck by a billowing swell of styrofoam cups suspended from the ceiling. I also took an illegal picture of one of one of her works, which could be viewed on both sides with different light. Shhhh, don't tell. The ICA is located on the Charles River. The auditorium of the theater faces a wall of glass with a view of the Charles river, passing boats and all. Overall, the night was fantastic. And fitting for the end of a great night, we topped it off with a 10 o'clock meal at our new favorite Chinese restaurant.