Of Whales and Willpower: The Jamaican Jonah
By Apocryphonia
Overview
The Canadian Premiere of Samuel Felsted's Jonah: the first oratorio from the West Indies + works by Ignatius Sancho, author and freed slave
Written in 1775 and performed for the first time in Canada, Samuel Felsted's Jonah is the first oratorio written in the West Indies. Handelian in its nature, it is a true treat for the ears.
This wonderful work is paired with the pleasant songs and dance tunes of Charles Ignatius Sancho, English abolitionist, author, composer and freed slave.
Of Whales and Willpower explores the deeper themes of the Jonah story in the context of the colonial legacy and scars of the 18th Century.
Slavery and abolition | comfort, guilt, repentance | willpower; having it and not having it.
Category: Music, Classical
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Highlights
- 2 hours
- all ages
- In person
- Doors at 6:30 PM
Refund Policy
Refunds up to 7 days before event
Location
Christ Church Deer Park
1570 Yonge Street
Toronto, ON M4T 1Z8 Canada
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