Princeton Sound Kitchen Presents Nathalie Joachim's 'Solitude + S P A C E'

The evening-length musical performance examines loneliness and connectivity in the modern world.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Due to a snowstorm, Princeton University faculty composer Nathalie Joachim's new work 'Solitude + S P A C E' will now be presented as an open rehearsal. The evening-length musical performance integrates voice, flute, violin, electronics, and sampled field recordings to explore the psychological implications of loneliness and connectivity in an increasingly isolating yet hyperconnected world.

Why it matters

Joachim's work grapples with the conflicting notions of fear, othering, comfort, and peace that arise when negotiating singular versus collective existence in the modern era. The performance utilizes immersive lighting as a key component to create an interactive experience for the audience.

The details

Joachim's work for voice, flute, violin, electronics and sampled field recordings features key collaborations with violinist Yvonne Lam and lighting designer Nicholas Houfek. The performance aims to examine the psychological impact of loneliness and connectivity in an increasingly isolated yet hyperconnected world.

  • The open rehearsal is scheduled for February 25, 2026 due to a snowstorm.

The players

Nathalie Joachim

A Princeton University faculty composer who created the new work 'Solitude + S P A C E'.

Yvonne Lam

A violinist who is a key collaborator on Joachim's new work.

Nicholas Houfek

A lighting designer who is a key collaborator on Joachim's new work.

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The takeaway

Joachim's work explores the complex and often conflicting emotions surrounding loneliness and connectivity in the modern world, using an immersive multimedia performance to engage the audience on a deeper level.