Hamilton College Presents Gesualdo Six Vocal Ensemble Nov. 13
Clinton, NY – Hamilton College Performing Arts the vocal ensemble Gesualdo Six on Friday, Nov.
13 at 7:30 pm in Wellin Hall, Schambach Center for Music and the Performing Arts.
The program, titled Wishing Tree, is described as “from the roots of choral singing to the flowering of
a tradition,” The audience will embark on a captivating vocal journey with The Gesualdo Six as they
weave together a rich tapestry of exquisite vocal consort music. Spanning five centuries, the program
moves from Renaissance reflections on nature and love to contemporary settings that breathe new
life into the poetry of Christina Rossetti and Kathleen Jamie. Along the way, works exploring
childhood conjure moments of innocence which are lost and then found. Interwoven throughout
are re-imaginings of traditional British folk songs, arranged by musicians continuing a longstanding
tradition of reshaping existing material. Wishing Tree brings these strands together in a program that
invites listeners into a world where past and present meet, and where poetry, memory, and song are
rooted in tradition yet alive with contemporary expression.
The Gesualdo Six is an award-winning British vocal ensemble directed by Owain Park. Through
imaginative programming, exceptional musicianship and a spirit of curiosity, the group has
established itself as one of the world’s foremost vocal ensembles, performing more than 100
concerts each year across Europe, the Americas, Asia and Australasia. Members are Guy James ,
countertenor; Alasdair Austin, countertenor; Joseph Wicks, tenor; Josh Cooter, tenor; Simon Grant,
baritone, and Owain Park director and bass.
Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for senior citizens and $5 for students. For more information, call the
box office at (315) 859-4331 or visit http://www.hamilton.edu/performingarts. This performance is
funded in part by the New York State Council on the Arts.
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