Palestrina, Monteverdi & More: Song of Songs
Suzie LeBlanc, soprano; Dorothee Mields, soprano; Alex Potter, alto; Samuel Boden, tenor; Matthew Brook, bass-baritone; Lucas Harris, theorbo; Michael Jarvis, organ and harpsichord
Date/Time: Aug 6 2019, 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm
Vancouver, Christ Church Cathedral690 Burrard St
P: (604) 682-3848
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Cost: $56.00
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The ancient Song of Songs originated as erotic love poetry around 2500 years ago. It was interpreted by both Judaism and Christianity as an allegorical understanding of the believer’s relationship with God. In Christianity, musical settings of the text became particularly popular in 16th and 17th Centuries, when word expression and moving the listener became increasingly important. Indeed, these settings go beyond concepts of “sacred” or “secular”: Religious belief, longing, sensuality and eroticism become inextricably combined and perfectly expressed by this stunning music. This programme features five of the world’s best vocal soloists specializing in the vocal chamber music of the 17th and 18th centuries. Programme designed by Alex Potter. Programme to include music by Schütz, Monteverdi, Guerrero, Morales and more.
“Matthew Brook… turns anything he sings into gold.” – The Guardian
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