"In the Spring a young man's fancy lightly turns to thoughts of love," Tennyson wrote that in 1642 and it is as true today as it was then. The Blyth Festival Singers are celebrating love and the long-awaited season with a heart-warming concert on Sunday, April 6, 2008, at 2:30 in the afternoon. They are excited to be performing "Love Songs for Springtime" in the wonderful acoustic space of Clinton United Church. Come and enjoy the show as the 40-voice Blyth Festival Singers explore the many aspects of love from romantic to flirtatious, from unrequited to forbidden. Music will include selections from Brahms’ "Love Song Waltzes" and pieces by di Lasso, Willan, Lloyd Webber, and others under the professional direction of Robert Blackwell. The double piano talents of Kathleen King-Martin and Allan Keith will also be featured.
A special treat will be a guest performance by Jeffrey McFadden, acknowledged as one of the finest guitarists of his generation. With concert engagements throughout Canada, the United States and Europe, Jeffrey has performed World Premieres of works by numerous composers and has been a featured artist at international music festivals. A Silver Medalist in the prestigious Guitar Foundation of America Competition, McFadden has received enthusiastic critical acclaim. The "Daily Telegraph" of London exclaimed "McFadden's ability to make the guitar sing is second to none", and "Classic CD" has described his playing as "major artistry". "Classics Today" raves, "Jeffrey McFadden is not only an extraordinary guitarist -- he's also an inspired musician." Jeffrey McFadden has also collaborated with Canada's most prominent musicians and composers. A lecturer in guitar at the University of Toronto, he has also taught masterclasses and seminars at some of North America's most prestigious institutions. He is frequently heard on CBC radio both as soloist and ensemble player, and is sure to be a highlight in the Clinton concert!
So celebrate springtime and love with this wonderful musical program and be sure to get your tickets soon. Adult tickets are $12:00 and children under 12 pay only $6.00. Tickets are available at The Dutch Store, Tasty Nu, Westcoast Photography, Snyders Studio, Nifty Corners or from any member of the Blyth Festival Singers. Some tickets may also be available at the door.
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