#39 Light and Darkness

Holger Schäfer - harp, flute, narration
Flautando Köln: Susanna Borsch / Susanne Hochscheid / Ursula Thelen / Kerstin de Witt - recorders

The programme explores the tension between light and darkness, good and evil - with works spanning from the Middle Ages to the present day. The connecting thread is a fairy tale by Khalil Gibran about the encounter between Lucifer and a wise man, reflecting on the necessary polarity of the world. Guest of the evening Holger Schäfer narrates the story and contributes to the musical programme.

The first part examines the "Diabolus in Musica" and musical depictions of the struggle against evil. Renaissance polyphony then places angels at the centre as messengers and comforters. The concert closes with the contemporary work Vuur, inspired by medieval estampies. 4 women - 40 recorders.

Concert #39 - admission: €32, concession €28.