|
|
 |
 |
 |
| Monday, 24 January 2005 |
 |
|
 |
Features | |
| News Business Features Editorial Security Politics World Letters Sports Obituaries
|
In Stillness and In Splendour An organ recital by David Ratnanayagam
An organ recital in aid of those affected by the recent tsunami will be held at St. Andrew's Scots Kirk today, (January 24) at 7 p.m. Reflecting the vast range of musical possibilities of the organ, David Ratnanayagam, Director of Music at St. Andrew's, has aptly entitled his recital "In Stillness and In Splendour". Perhaps we may also see in this, a way of evoking one of the great mysteries of nature: that the potential for magnificence both dazzling and destructive, lies concealed within scenes of which calm and tranquillity have hitherto seemed the defining characteristics. The recital will feature the work of a range of composers, mostly of the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, with the eighteenth century making an appearance in the music of J. S. Bach. In choosing the music for this performance the recitalist, David Ratnanayagam, has brought to bear his considerable experience of organ music both here and in Australia, where he was Organ Scholar and later, Assistant to the Director of Music at St. Paul's Cathedral, Melbourne. David holds a Bachelor of Music Degree from the University of Melbourne, with first class honours in organ performance. Being, additionally, a Bachelor of Arts in English and History, he is particularly well placed to interpret and to present to us, the far-ranging nuances of the music he has selected for this performance. We are indeed privileged to have this award winning organist here with us in Colombo. One of a series of organ recitals to be held at St. Andrew's this year, "In Stillness and In Splendour" is of particular importance in being in aid of those so badly affected by a hugely destructive natural calamity: the Boxing Day tsunami. Admission to the recital will be programme available at the door for Rs. 250 and all proceeds will be directed to the church's tsunami relief fund. At the present time the enormity of tsunami's expression of Nature's
power seems overwhelming; by comparison, our responses and our instinct to
help may seem hopelessly insufficient. It is hoped that this recital,
while playing its part in the generation of funds which continues to be an
important part of the process of relief, may also serve as a timely
reminder of the beauty which may emerge from moments of great calamity. It
is perhaps the distinctive province of the organ simultaneously to display
for us these two poles of existence; to enable us to reflect in humble
stillness on the ravaging impact of tsunami, to the victims of which this
recital is dedicated. 'Keerthi Gee' - one man concert
The melodies and vibrant voices filling the air will certainly make this a memorable and an enjoyable evening. Dancing will be by Channa Wijewardana, Rajini Selvanayagam, Sudev
Abeysekera and Thesara Jayawardena troupes and the colourful choreography
of Jerome de Silva will set the rhythm for the night. Carte Blanche - extended due to popular demand
The Band was originally to leave at the end of January. The band's fabulous performance has kept Margarita Blue packed to capacity. Due to many requests from the patrons of Margarita Blue the Management of the Galadari Hotel has extended their stay by another two weeks. If you have missed out on super entertainment it's your chance to catch Carte Blanche in action at Margarita Blue! The Carte Blanche will perform every Tuesday to Saturday from 7.30 p.m. |
|
News | Business | Features
| Editorial | Security
Produced by Lake House |
'Keerthi Gee' will be staged on February 26, 2005 at 6.45 p.m. at the
BMICH. The music for the show will be provided by popular musician Sarath
de Alwis and his orchestra. In addition to Keerthi singing 26 of his
popular hits both old and new, he will be joined by following fellow
artistes in singing duets: Deepika Priyadharshini, Dhammika Bandara,
Chandralekha Perera, Charitha Priyadharshini Peiris and Duleeka Marapana.
Due to popular demand Carte Blanche from the Philippines will be
performing at Margarita Blue the ultimate retro pub at the Galadari Hotel
till February 15.
