Come join Ensemble Laude for a magical celestial-themed concert!
When polar colours pull our gaze to the night sky, the stars flash their stories of the mystery of creation. Star mother, star child, angel children sing us their truths, the filaments of our light.
Starstakes the listener on a journey through the ages, beginning with the clear tones of medieval Marian music by Hildegard von Bingen, de Chanticleer, and others honouring Maris Stella, the Star of the Sea. We then move toAnung(Star Child) by Cree composer Andrew Balfour, and pieces that tell of the human experience of winter includingNorthern Lightsby Ola Gjeilo,Pakkanenby Soila Sariola, andAuroraby Victoria composer Nicholas Fairbank.Starsends with the shimmeringSnow Angelby beloved Canadian composer Sarah Quartel.
Enchanting, fierce, sweet and strong, let Ensemble Laude sweep you away this holiday season!