This spring, join Victoria’s premier women’s choir for a celebration of Canadian choral music. Journey with us from age to age and coast to coast as we explore lyrical compositions old and new.
=0D=0A=From feisty French Canadian pieces to contemporary Canadian compositions, Ensemble Laude distills the spirit of Canada into music. Highlights are our two newest Canadian commissions: The Hummingbird from up and coming East Coast composer Kathleen Allen, as well as the enchanting Requiem on Vancouver Island by Sarah Quartel.
=0D=0A=In addition to our usual medieval magic, Ensemble Laude will also present Scandinavian masterpieces such as the stirring hymn to the human spirit, Even When He is Silent, and the driving Pakkanen by acclaimed group Rajaton. Now in its eighteenth year, Ensemble Laude is well-known for its excellence in a cappella performance and medieval repertoire.
=0D=0A=Director Elizabeth MacIsaac has led choral ensembles for over 25 years, in both Canada and France. Ms. MacIsaac also enjoys an international career as a vocalist specializing in early music and new commissions of contemporary music.
=0D=0A="Ensemble Laude seem to have positioned themselves in a new league. From mediaeval to baroque to contemporary, they seem fearlessly at home." - Music in Victoria
=0D=0A="INCREDIBLE! Our whole row was leaking salt water all over the place!" - Audience member
=0D=0A=More details: http://ensemblelaude.org/current-season/
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Artwork by Ted Harrison.
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