Independent Arts News Reporting Concordia Chamber Players Announces Special Fall Concert: "Nature Lies Peaceful"
Reported on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.
Pictured Above: Glen Oaks Farm. Photo Credit: Contributed.
This month, Concordia Chamber Players concert weekend will include the tradition of a Free Open Rehearsal event on Friday, September 20, at Spring Creek Farm, followed by the official “Nature Lies Peaceful” concert on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at Glen Oaks Farm
NEWSROOM POST: NEW HOPE, PENNSYLVANIA
Record-Setting Attendance Leads to Exciting 2024-2025 Season Opener!
New Hope, PA – The Concordia Chamber Players, known for their daring and moving performances, are thrilled to announce their Special Fall Concert, “Nature Lies Peaceful,” scheduled for Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 6PM. This event marks the beginning of their highly anticipated 2024-2025 season, following a record-setting attendance in the previous year.
Attendees will savor farm-fresh fare and delightful drinks amidst the beauty of Glen Oaks Farm (6871 Upper York Road), followed by a magical concert featuring a world-class string quartet, stunning visual projections, and nature-inspired melodies. This immersive experience promises to be a feast for all the senses, celebrating the harmony between music and nature.
A Harmonious Collaboration
The concert, exclusively sponsored by Spring Creek Farm, will take place in the picturesque setting of the barn at Glen Oaks Farm. This collaboration highlights the shared values between the arts and sustainable agriculture, both striving for harmony with nature.
Brent Alderfer, landowner of Spring Creek Farm, states, “We continuously strive for harmony with nature. This partnership with Concordia Chamber Players is a natural extension of our commitment to preserving the beauty of Bucks County for future generations.”
Pictured Above: Spring Creek Farm. Photo Credit: Contributed.
Community Engagement
In line with their commitment to community outreach, Concordia Chamber Players will host a free community open rehearsal on Friday, September 20 at 3:30PM, at Spring Creek Farm (6262 Meetinghouse Rd, New Hope, PA). This unique opportunity allows music enthusiasts to witness the creative process behind the performances.
An Immersive Musical Journey
The main event on September 21 promises an immersive experience, taking the audience on a musical journey that celebrates the profound relationship between music and nature. The program, titled “Nature Lies Peaceful”, includes:
The Fruit of Silence – Peteris Vasks
String Quartet “The Dream” Poco adagio – Joseph Haydn
Summer, Presto – Antonio Vivaldi
Now Found is the Fairest of Roses – Danish String Quartet
Wind in High Places – Above Sunset Pass – John Luther Adams
Musica Celestis – Aaron Jay Kernis
Eine Kleine Nachtmusik – Wolfgang A. Mozart
Echo of Songs B. 152, Nature Lies Peaceful in Slumber and Dreaming – Antonin Dvorak
Pictured Above: Violinist Rubén Rengel. Photo Credit: Contributed.
Enhancing the musical experience, videographer Zak Winokur will create projections reflective of the natural beauty that surrounds the community throughout the seasons.
A Testament to Community Support
The Concordia Chamber Players’ success is attributed to the warmth and engagement of their audience. “Our audience’s curiosity, perceptiveness, and readiness invite daring, moving, and magnificent performances, time after time,” says Michelle Djokic, artist director of Concordia Chamber Players. “We take great pride in what we have built together and anticipate even more memorable programs in our 2024-2025 season.“
Pictured Above: Michelle Djokic, artist director of Concordia Chamber Players. Photo Credit: Contributed.
About Concordia Chamber Players
Concordia Chamber Players was founded in 1997 in New Hope, Pennsylvania by Artistic Director and cellist Michelle Djokic. Michelle’s gifts for creative programming, her ability to communicate key aspects of the music, and the depth of her multi-faceted collaborations appeal to seasoned and new concertgoers alike.
The concerts include a stellar list of guest artists—including a host of Grammy award nominees and winners—performing in various intimate venues throughout beautiful Bucks County. Concordia showcases a range of talent, from veteran musicians to rising young performers, presenting seasons of treasured masterpieces and unexpected gems.
About Spring Creek Farm
Located on 165 acres of rolling pasture in Bucks County, Spring Creek Farm is committed to building an environmentally sustainable agriculture model. The farm offers organic produce, farm-fresh eggs, and grass-fed beef to the public.
To learn more about the upcoming “Thirty Thousand Days” concert or to purchase tickets, visit Concordiaplayers.org
