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VOICES OF LIGHT
by
Richard Einhorn
will be presented by
The Fairfax Choral Society
Douglas Mears, Artistic Director
at
George Mason University Center for the Arts Fairfax, Virginia
March 17, 2001, at 8:00 pm
with
The Anonymous 4
and soloists
Amanda Balestrieri Barbara Hollinshead Mark Bleeke Francois Loup
The oratorio accompanies the film, THE PASSION OF JOAN OF ARC.
The oratorio was written as a musical interpretation of the events unfolding in Carl Dreyer's 1928 silent film which portrays Joan's six-month trial, and ends with her death at stake. The film is said by many to be the greatest film ever made.
The libretto is a collection of ancient writings, assembled from female medieval mystics including Joan, represented by Anonymous 4. Einhorn composed Joan's role for Anonymous 4 because he did not know whether to represent her by soprano or alto singers, and the ensemble is known for blending both soprano and alto voices, sounding as one voice.
Front orchestra and front balcony: $28 Rear orchestra and rear balcony: $23
I will be pleased to assist you in purchasing tickets, or you may phone 703-642-0862 for reservations. We expect the concert to be sold out--there may not be tickets at the door.
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