Mystic Light: Solace in the darkest days
by Amadeus ChoirSaturday, 21 December 2019 from 7:30 PM (EST) to 10:00 PM (EST)Eglinton St. George's Church 35 Lytton Boulevard, Toronto, ON M4R1L2Ticket Information
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Overview
On the night of the Winter Solstice, join the Amadeus Choir for an evening of music that celebrates the promise of coming light. Beginning in candlelight with immersive and meditative music, the program moves from soul-affirming choral sounds to uplifting and celebratory carols, including audience sing-alongs! The evening is certain to feed your soul and refresh your perspective during the bustle of the holiday season. All works on the program were composed or arranged by women or non-binary composers.
Works by Christine Donkin*, Jenny Trites*, Ramona Luengen*, Mari Esabel Valverde, Jocelyn Hagen, and Sarah Quartel* among others.
*Canadian composer
Details
The venue is the beautiful Eglinton St. George's Church located at 35 Lytton Boulevard, Toronto.
Originally from Newfoundland, Kathleen brings diverse experience to the podium as an accomplished conductor, commissioned composer, and soprano soloist. For decades, the Amadeus Choir has been a leading proponent of new Canadian choral works. Kathleen brings to our organization an intimate connection with the Canadian composer community. Her programming provides an astonishing glimpse into the talented people currently working in this country, while also honouring the rich choral tradition.
The all-women-composer concert is generously funded by the TD Bank and is the first of its kind supporting women composers in Canada.