Musicians of the Egg: Battute e Pizzicato

Join us for an enchanting musical journey as North Wind Concerts presents Musicians of the Egg: Battute e Pizzicato! 🎸✨

This captivating program celebrates the 17th-Century Guitar, featuring an array of music from Spain and Italy. Expect a rich tapestry of voices and instruments, with a diverse offering that includes:

• Duos for guitar and harp or percussion
• Solo songs accompanied by various instruments
• Ensemble songs
• Dance pieces like the chacona, jacaras, and canario.

The instruments taking center stage will include the guitar, harp, recorders, viola da gamba, and percussion, showcasing works by renowned composers such as:

• Foscarini
• Montesardo
• Moulinié
• Marini
• Landi
• Luis de Briçeño
• Kapsberger
• Sanz
• Juan de Arañes

Explore the evolution and significance of the ‘chitarra espagñola’, tracing its Italian development while honoring its Spanish roots. 🎼

The talented ensemble, The Musicians of the Egg, includes:

• Michele DeBoer, Soprano 🎤
• Rebecca Claborn, Mezzo 🎶
• Cory Knight, Tenor 🎵
• Olivier Laquerre, Baritone 🎤
• Jonathan Stuchbery, Guitar 🎸
• Alison Melville, Recorders 🎶
• Ben Grossman, Percussion 🥁
  With special guests:
• Felix Deák, Viola da Gamba 🎻
• Julia Seager Scott, Triple Harp 🎶

Location: Church of the Redeemer, 162 Bloor St. W., Toronto (at Avenue Road)
Tickets and Info: Get your tickets here! 🎟️