BE 2026

Just Added: Nief Norf performs Steve Reich’s ‘Quartet’

Knoxville-based experimental collective Nief Norf will perform twice at Big Ears: a live score collaboration with New York-based orchestra Wordless Music to a screening of documentary Brimstone & Glory, and a newly-announced performance of Steve Reich’s piece, Quartet. Nief Norf will pay homage to the pioneering minimalist composer on Sunday, March 25 at the Tennessee Theatreincluding Russ Hartenberger — an original member of Steve Reich & Musicians going back to the early ’70s.

BIG EARS
03.26_03.29.26
Knoxville, TN · USA

Festival

Learn more about what The New York Times calls “one of the world’s greatest music bashes.”

Support

Be part of what makes Big Ears possible—give, volunteer, shop, or support emerging artists through scholarship to keep the music and mission alive.

Connect

Discover, learn, and get in touch—connect with Big Ears through stories, updates, and the people behind the festival.

Beyond

Explore ideas, concerts, and collaborations that take Big Ears beyond the festival stage.