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The Secret Wisdom of Flowers:
“But I look up high, to see only the light. And never look down, to see my shadow.”
~ from Song of the Flower by Kahlil Gibran
Isn't it amazing the life lessons that are held in watching roses grow against all odds through a crack in the sidewalk? Or bearing witness to the first wildflower pushing up out of scorched black earth? Or the memories that surface in the annual release of the cherry blossoms? What are the secrets that the Marigolds are hiding?
In “The Secret Wisdom of Flowers”, Edmonton composer Laura Hawley has brought together a collection of imaginative, beloved texts and poetry by Canadian and Indigenous authors such as Bliss Carman, Lucy Maud Montgomery, and E. Pauline Johnson. The song cycle explores the perspective of flowers and plants offering an invitation to contemplate the messages, emotions, and wisdom each gem has to offer.
The Aeolians joined four other leading upper-voiced choirs across the country - Elektra Women’s Choir (Vancouver, BC), Nova Voce (Prince George, BC), Lady Cove Women’s Choir (St John’s, NL), and Oriana Women’s Choir (Toronto, ON) to jointly commission this new multi-movement work for upper voices.
To complement Laura’s work, the rest of the repertoire continues in this theme. Ramona Leungen’s “How the Blossoms Are Falling” evokes the passing of time and reminiscence, and the familiar Lakme Flower Duet “Dome Epais” can only be described as pure bliss. Halifax composer Fran Farrell’s trilogy “A Rose By Any Other Name”, which was commissioned by the Aeolians during the pandemic, explores the truth of women through the image of a rose. And finally, Erik Esenvalds’ “Song of the Flower” takes Kahlil Gibran’s poem from “The Prophet”, and brings it all full circle.
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The Secret Wisdom of Flowers:
“But I look up high, to see only the light. And never look down, to see my shadow.”
~ from Song of the Flower by Kahlil Gibran
Isn't it amazing the life lessons that are held in watching roses grow against all odds through a crack in the sidewalk? Or bearing witness to the first wildflower pushing up out of scorched black earth? Or the memories that surface in the annual release of the cherry blossoms? What are the secrets that the Marigolds are hiding?
In “The Secret Wisdom of Flowers”, Edmonton composer Laura Hawley has brought together a collection of imaginative, beloved texts and poetry by Canadian and Indigenous authors such as Bliss Carman, Lucy Maud Montgomery, and E. Pauline Johnson. The song cycle explores the perspective of flowers and plants offering an invitation to contemplate the messages, emotions, and wisdom each gem has to offer.
The Aeolians joined four other leading upper-voiced choirs across the country - Elektra Women’s Choir (Vancouver, BC), Nova Voce (Prince George, BC), Lady Cove Women’s Choir (St John’s, NL), and Oriana Women’s Choir (Toronto, ON) to jointly commission this new multi-movement work for upper voices.
To complement Laura’s work, the rest of the repertoire continues in this theme. Ramona Leungen’s “How the Blossoms Are Falling” evokes the passing of time and reminiscence, and the familiar Lakme Flower Duet “Dome Epais” can only be described as pure bliss. Halifax composer Fran Farrell’s trilogy “A Rose By Any Other Name”, which was commissioned by the Aeolians during the pandemic, explores the truth of women through the image of a rose. And finally, Erik Esenvalds’ “Song of the Flower” takes Kahlil Gibran’s poem from “The Prophet”, and brings it all full circle.
Pricing & Tickets
Pricing
Adult $20 (advance) $25 cash at the door
Student/Underwaged $10
Where to buy Tickets: Tickets will be available for cash purchase at the door.
Purchase Tickets Online
Adult $20 (advance) $25 cash at the door
Student/Underwaged $10
Where to buy Tickets: Tickets will be available for cash purchase at the door.
Purchase Tickets Online
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| Sun Dec 7, 7pm Community Carol Sing |
| Sun Dec 14, 10:30am Ballad of Bethlehem |
| Fri Dec 19, 7:30pm Gloria! |
| Sat Dec 20, 7pm Singing for our Supper |
| Thu Dec 25, 11am Christmas Carol Sing and Social |