The idea of acclaimed composer Andrew Ford, Red Dirt Hymns is a collection of secular hymns with lyrics by some of Australia’s finest writers.
Working with poets including Sarah Holland-Batt, John Kinsella and Ellen van Neerven, Ford has created a collection of songs that sing praise to the everyday. Be it in the shape of a vase or desire by a river at dusk, Red Dirt Hymns sings of an Australia we all know and love.
If the Birth of Bel Canto is a concert exploring the beginnings of bel canto music, in Red Dirt Hymns we invite you to explore the art of song today.
Running time – approximately 80min with no interval
Composer Andrew Ford
Director Patrick Nolan
Music Director Steve Newcomb
Featuring Jazz Department vocal and instrumental students from Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University.
Single tickets available below.
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General Admission $65
Opera Queensland Studio
140 Grey Street, South Bank, Queensland
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Saturday 8 March 7:30pm
Opera Queensland Studio
Running time - approximately 80min with no interval
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