EARTH AWAKENING: A Musical Celebration of Spring

Join us for an enchanting afternoon of music as we welcome the arrival of spring. From the passion of Easter to the romance of early summer, this concert weaves together a rich tapestry of song, reflecting the rebirth of nature and the changing seasons. Featuring works by Bach, Mahler, Purcell, Vaughan Williams, Ravel, Debussy, and Spanish composers, the programme blends timeless classics with lesser-known gems, creating a journey through emotion, poetry, and sound.

Soprano Susanne Mecklenburg, a scientist-turned-musician, brings her unique artistic vision to life, crafting concerts that tell a story through diverse musical styles and themes. Accompanied by William Hancox on piano, the evening promises both beauty and discovery. Come and be part of this joyful celebration of music, love, and renewal.

Programme

Earth Awakening
Purcell | Cold song
Copland | Nature, gentlest mother
Mahler | Ich atme einen linden Duft

Easter
Bach | Ich will Dir mein Herze schenken (oboe)
Bach | Aus Liebe will mein Heiland sterben (oboe)
Ravel | Kaddish

Spring pink and flower moon
Schumann | Die Lotusblume
Schumann | Mondnacht
Faure | Clair de lune
Debussy | Clair de lune (piano solo)

Love is in the air
Warlock | It was a lover and his lassGarcia Avril | Los dos amores
Guridi |Mananita de San JuanObrador | Al Amor

Towards Summer
Britten | Seascape
Vaughan Williams | Silent noon
Barber | Sure on this shining night
Sondheim |The girls of summer

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