Do the gods care about humanity or are we all destined to an ultimate tragic fate? This timeless question lies at the heart of Schicksalslied (Song of Destiny) by renowned German composer Johannes Brahms. Written between 1868 and 1871, this musical masterpiece is based on a poem by Friedrich Hölderlin, which can be found in Hölderlin’s […]
Some Christmas traditions are indispensable. Dance lovers take an annual pilgrimage each December to see The Nutcracker. If you are a bookworm, movie buff and/or TV watcher, you likely have celebrated at least one holiday season with A Christmas Carol, whether through the original novel or one of its numerous adaptations. For music lovers, Handel’s Messiah is […]
The National Capital Region is teeming with musical talent. This is particularly true for choral music, as our region is blessed with numerous troupes who perform beautiful repertoires. One exciting group is the Capital Chamber Choir, a 24-person ensemble formed four years ago that focuses primarily on Canadian choral music, including the works of contemporary Ottawa-based composers. […]
