Explore that mastery of nature’s creativity –  Sirens will present two performances of “Birdsong” this January.  The first concert will take place on Saturday, January 20th at 7:30 pm at Park Royal United Church in Charlottetown. The concert performance will take place on Sunday, January 21st at 2:30 pm at Trinity United Church in Summerside.

Amidst the countless species of birds that grace our planet, each one is a masterpiece of nature’s creativity, showcasing the boundless diversity and uniqueness that enriches our world’s tapestry of life. Artistic Director Kelsea McLean says, “Our program will explore the profound interconnectedness of nature, music, and humanity. This show hopes to unite hearts towards a sustainable future, emphasizing the importance of music as a powerful force in nurturing our shared harmony with the natural world.” 

Highlighted in this concert are pieces from The Lost Words: A Spell Book. The Lost Words is a choral project featuring compositions by 10 Canadian composers who set poems from Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris’s bestselling book of the same title. These pieces will include collaborations with several talented Island musicians that perform regularly with the PEI Symphony Orchestra, including: Branden Kelly, percussion; Sean Kemp, violin; Darin MacBeth, French horn; Morgan Saulnier, flute; Amy Simon, clarinet; and Natalie Williams Calhoun, cello. 

General admission is $30; student admission is $20. Tickets are available online at the links below or at the door the night of the performance.