Aphrodite born of Cyprus by Faidros Kavallaris
- from: 01.09.2008
- to: 13.09.2008
- In: Antique theatre (Cyprus), then Paris and Vaison-la-Romaine
3 exceptional concerts, in France and in Cyprus
Creation for orchestral ensemble, voice and choir, based on Sappho's poems
agenda
1st week of September in Cyprus
September 11 in Paris (Unesco)
September 13 in Vaison-la-Romaine (ancient theatre)
Practical
ancient theatre in Cyprus: Koukia in Paphos or temple of Aphrodite
Unesco theatre: 1 365 seats
ancient theatre of Vaison: 5 000 seats
Soloists, narrators, choirs and an orchestral ensemble offering a broad range of expression. 180 performers give this project its large dimensions.
This work results from several years of reflection by Faidros Kavallaris on the history of Cyprus and reflects contemporary re-appropriation of traditional Cypriot musical themes.
Choir and associated performers
Faidros Kavallaris : composer and conductor
Choirs: 140 Cypriotes for the performances in Cyprus, and 140 Frenchmen and Frenchwomen for the events in France
Sponsoring partners: Leventis Foundation.
Performers
1 conductor (Faidros Kavallaris)
1 Cypriot conductor Soprano soloist (Katarina Mina, subject to confirmation)
12 French soloists
4 sopranos
4 altos
4 baritones
4 tenors
2 narrators:
• 1 French actress (Laetitia Casta, pending confirmation)
• 1 Cypriot actress
5 Percussionists (French composition)
17 instrumentalists (French composition)
• 3 flutes
• 2 oboes
• 2 trumpets
• 1 harp
• 2 violins
• 2 altos
• 2 cellos
• 3 basses
The choirs will be amateurs, varying with the countries of performance.
- Updated: 12.09.2008
