“I was gazing out of the window, at the Earth, moon, sun and star-studded blackness of space in turn as our capsule slowly rotated. Gradually, I was flooded with the ecstatic awareness that I was a part of what I was observing. Every molecule in my body was birthed in a star hanging in space. I became aware that everything that exists is part of one intricately interconnected whole.”–Edgar Mitchell, Astronaut on Apollo 14
In Manus Tuas (In Your Hands) -Caroline Shaw
a piece about what we hold, what we value, or the act of cherishing itself. A sacred piece, rooted in the music of Thomas Tallis.
Cherishing
Only the Words Themselves Mean What They Say -Kate Soper (not to be confused with philosopher, Kate Soper, whose book What is Nature has had a significant influence on this program). Using texts by Lydia Davis to discuss human relationships, essentially a break-up. post break-up depression, and moving on.
Relationships
Singing in the Dead of Night -Julia Wolfe A piece about the creative urge, that desire to create that sneaks up on you in the middle of the night and how explosive it can become.
Creation
Knights of the Strange -Chaya Czernowin A piece about being a parent, about everyday life, and about sending a child off to college.
Nostalgia
I am so excited to be able to present a concert like this. I feel lucky that I live in a world where this is possible.
See you at the church!
Matthew Cmiel
Director, After Everything
P.S.– This concert is at Unity Church, but long time supporters of AE will want to note, Unity Church has moved! No longer on Bush Street in the Fillmore, we are now on Page Street at Octavia (in Hayes Valley).
