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SUMMARY:The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace
URL:http://www.harbourliving.ca/event/the-armed-man-a-mass-for-peace/
LOCATION:Christ Church Cathedral :: 930 Burdett Avenue Victoria, V8V 3G8
DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:<p>The final concert of the VPC'S 20th season reflects humanity's long history of conflict, its resilience, and its capacity for hope.</p>=0D=0A=
<p>Conductor Peter Butterfield and the choir are honoured to share the stage with the Naden Band of the Royal Canadian Navy, which is directed by Lt (N) Benjamin Van Slyke.</p>=0D=0A=
<p>Marking the 81st anniversary of the D Day landings in Normandy, the musical offerings range from short pieces in the first half of the program to the main work: The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace, by Welsh composer Karl Jenkins.</p>=0D=0A=
<p>First presented in 2000 and dedicated to the victims of Kosovo, the work begins with a 15th century French folk song, L'Homme Arm&eacute; (the Armed Man) and incorporates inspirations from many cultures and ancient and modern texts. Soloists are Jennifer Turner (soprano), Aidan Johnston (alto), Felix Butterfield (tenor) and Alex Chen (bass).</p>
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