Songs of the Sea - a Journey in English and Gaelic
21/05/2010
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May 21, 2010 from 07:30 PM to 10:00 PM |
| Where | An Tobar, Tobermory, Isle of Mull |
| Contact Name | Norman Bissell |
| Contact Phone | 01852 314322 |
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Mod Gold Medallist Mairi Macinnes will be accompanied by acclaimed composer and musician Mark Sheridan and Isle of Luing poet Norman Bissell in presenting extracts from The Flight of the Arctic Tern, which features an epic emigrant journey to Australia by sailing ship, and the whole of The Atlantic Islands Suite, a Hebridean journey of self discovery which premiered last year on Luing and at the Belladrum Festival.
The Flight of the Arctic Tern: “This powerful blend of story, music, sound effects and images is his best yet. ... There could not be a more appropriate show than this to capture the very essence of what Homecoming means to the Highlands and it is bound to strike a resonant chord wherever it plays.” Northings HI-arts Journal
The Atlantic Islands Suite: “The quality of the rapport between poet and musicians brought out the warmth, intelligence and supple sensitivity of Norman Bissell's work, and provided a memorable experience for the audience of islanders and visitors.” Northings HI-arts Journal…
Ticket Price: £10/£8 concessions
For tickets contact: An Tobar on 01688 302211
