The Griots have transmitted their music & knowledge from generation to generation through a sophisticated oral tradition. This concert explores the epics of the Mandinka Kingdom with the griot master of the kora, Ablaye Cissoko. Montreal’s Ensemble Constantinople will support Cissoko in creating a sound that blends West Africa & Persia.
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BEMF returns to in-person performances with 9 programs in Greater Boston; All programs will be available for virtual viewing following the in-person performance; COVID-19 safety protocols to include required vaccinations and masks, reduced seating capacity, and other measures to safeguard our patrons; The GRAMMY Award-winning BEMF Chamber Opera Series returns with a double-bill of masterpieces
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: SEPTEMBER 7, 2021: Acis presents American Originals: A New World, A New Canon featuring countertenor REGINALD L. MOBLEY and AGAVE in a new album of overlooked works by composers of color. Recognizing that the classical music we all inherited is predominantly white and European, Agave boldly responds to this extraordinary moment of
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Of J.S. Bach’s children that survived into adulthood, four became composers whose music we still perform. While their musical facility reflects their father’s influence, each son had a very different path with their musical voice. In their music, emotions are fleeting & the beauty of melody is emphasized. Watch the concert online via our Youtube
EMV’s artist-in-residence, Jonathon Adams, a Two-Spirit, nêhiyaw Michif (Cree-Métis) baritone and the Pacific Baroque Orchestra led from the organ & harpsichord by Alexander Weimann perform J.S. Bach’s BWV 82 “Ich habe genug” (It is enough). This presentation centres on the tension between the physical body & the caged spirit within.
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