In advance of the 2026 edition of the Big Ears festival in Knoxville, Tennessee–happening 26-29 March–Joseph Sannicandro reflects upon this year’s programming and previews some of the most anticipated performances. Knoxville, Tennessee’s Big Ears festival of contemporary music first popped on my radar when Steve Reich curated the 2014 edition, and I’ve been trying to find a way to make the trek th...