Greetings Dear Friends,
Yesterday was the season finale for the Bach Cantata. Although I was fighting a spring cold, I was most determined to attend the concert. Therefore, with much anticipation, and wrapped in a warm shawl, Le Chevalier bundled me into the chaise for "church". Although we were the only members of Le Bon Ton in attendance, our fellow time-travelers from the Portland Steampunk Society were also on hand to round out our group. As a little side note, several of the Zepplin crew speak German, and were bantering a bit amongst themselves as we all found our seats.
Without a doubt, the choir is a treasure. As a universal language, such music soars forth freely from the heart and transcends the need for translation. Our favourite bass soloist, Mr Jacob Herbert, once again brought his jolly enthusiasm and clear phrasing to the stage. The other soloists were in fine form, and Mr Nelson provided some background information on a composer I was not familiar with, prior to the performance. Jan Dismas Zelenka was a contemporary of Bach's, and his piece "Litaniae de venerabile Sacramento" was written for the Feast of Corpus Christi. I adore Latin chorus' and this performance included both solos and vocal combinations that peaked my interest.
The dates for next season 2011-12 are available. The opening concert is November 6th. However, Le Chevalier and myself are eagerly awaiting the Christmas Oratorio in early December, to which tickets are required.
For more on the Bach Cantata Choir, visit their website or contact them at info@BachCantataChoir.org
Event Reminder:
Sunday May 29th, A Day at The Menagerie
Washington Park Zoo 11am
**Costumes will be admired, but not required**
Be sure to check the zoo website for directions and ticket information
http://www.oregonzoo.org/
Warm Regards,
Mme Theo
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