“Acorn” and "Magpie” by Alex Eddington
The Lost Words: a Spell Book
Text by Robert MacFarlane
20 pieces by 10 Canadian composers
Composers: Carmen Braden, Alex Eddington, Nicholas Ryan Kelly, Katerina Gimon, Ramona Luengen, Don Macdonald, Monica Pearce, Marie-Claire Saindon, Rodney Sharman, Stephen Smith
Elektra Women’s Choir
Morna Edmundson, Artistic Director
Saturday March 8 2025 at 7:30pm
Sunday March 9 2025 at 4pm
Pacific Spirit United Church, 2195 West 45th Ave, Vancouver
Step into the enchanting world of The Lost Words: A Spell Book, where whimsy meets wonder in a musical journey inspired by the bestselling book by Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris. Featuring evocative compositions by ten Canadian composers, this magical experience brings to life the “spells” and watercolors intended to reconnect children with nature’s beauty. Join us as actor Laara Sadiq breathes life into each spell, then enjoy its performance by Elektra and six instrumentalists. Together, we embark on a heartfelt celebration, immersing ourselves in the literary reawakening of childhood through spoken word, gorgeous watercolour projections, and spellbinding melodies.