UK, LONDON - Coryphaeus Live - "Poems from the Celestial Press", Derek Barnes, St George's Church, Campden Hill, 28 Aubrey Walk, London W8 7JG, 19 Oct 2019
The ensemble "Coryphaeus" was formed to explore the possibilities of free-form vocal and instrumental improvisation in various combinations. The event "Poems From The Celestial Press" uses Derek Barnes' poetry as the starting point for an evening of words, declaimed and sung, underscored and interwoven with spontaneous freely improvised music.
The cycle "Poems From The Celestial Press" draws from the wisdom and inspiration of the heart and spirit, offering love, guidance and strength.
Katherine Manners - Voice of the Poet
Colin Griffiths-Brown - Voice of the Poet
Derek Barnes - Director, Vocals, Piano
Jodie Elms - Vocals
Neyire Ashworth - Clarinets
Rebecca Carrington - Cello
A short video of four items from our last event can be viewed here:-
https://vimeo.com/325651268
The event starts at 7:45 pm, doors open from 7:00 pm
Tickets from https://coryphaeus-poems.eventbrite.co.uk
There is an interval and after event bar. Profits from the bar will go to the Glass Door Homeless Charity.
• This is an incredible group of artists. I have seen this twice...it is all improv based and thus different each time. Not to be missed! Very moving and uplifting event and Derek Barnes poetry is truly inspired. (SP)
• A shining experience, which draws us in and holds us with ease, thanks to the imagination, skill and humanity of Derek Barnes and his Ensemble. Thank you very much indeed for this beautiful performance - which simultaneously inspires and cleanses. Wonderful work! (CW)
• Thank you for a wonderful evening, it was magical., . . . you've created something that is working on many levels and I congratulate you, I think the standing ovation summed it up! Sometimes we don't need words, and that spoke volumes! (LA)
• I was privileged to be at the world premiere of this group's work. The integration of emotional intelligence with generosity of outstanding talents and artistic endeavour produced an emotionally charged and intellectually stimulating experience that was thought provoking and which stayed with me on the long journey home. The essence and integrity of the evening has lingered and I sincerely hope that there will be a growing interest so that the work may continue and flourish. (SC)
• A huge thank you for such a splendid evening last Saturday. From start to finish it was hugely interesting on many levels and I hope you could tell how moved and thrilled the audience was to be on such a powerful journey. . . . .I can only hope many more people can share in your incredible creativity and talent and that of the whole ensemble through more performances. (EG)
• Thank you for the soul food on Saturday night! Beautiful poetry and music. Very moving and thought provoking too. (MR)
• What a fantastic experience on the Saturday – I’ve been thinking about it ever since.
Just as poetry takes one beyond the pure rational, the improvised singing took this a step further. Fascinating! (JH)
• Thank you. It was such a very special evening and still resonating in my life and mind. . . .I thought Saturday was full of harmonious miracles. Everything seemed so connected and truly beautiful. Achingly accurate to every feeling and mood. (JD)
• This is a real thing! The performance on Saturday last was.......incandescent. A standing ovation, no less. For me, it was yet another journey of wonderful words, premium playing & succulent singing. (CG-B)
• What a special night. What you have created Derek... your poetry and vision... is truly beautiful, on so many levels. (JE)
- Category :
Concert
- Start Date :
19-10-2019
- End Date :
19-10-2019
- Facilitator :
Derek Barnes
- Time :
19:45 to 21:25
- Address :
St George's Church, Campden Hill, 28 Aubrey Walk, London W8 7JG
- Contact Name :
Derek Barnes
- Contact Email :
derekbarnes@ntlworld.com
- Contact Phone :
07860396637
- Pricing Details :
Tickets £20 from https://coryphaeus-poems.eventbrite.co.uk
- Website :
www.voiceandsoundpower.com
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