The Phoenix Cantata
Helen was originally inspired to create the large scale dramatic choral work by the people and legacy of the Phoenix Ironworks in Lewes, East Sussex. The work embraces the stories of the iron workers, our connection to the land, the elemental forces of fire and water, themes include the fragility and power of nature and war.
It is a people’s Cantata involving 2 adult choirs, a children's choir, professional soloists and musicians. During the development period the Cantata had a wonderful response from the community and people from 7 - 70 + took part in excerpt performances led by distinguished musical director John Hancorn.
Nearly 100 people sang in 2 showcase performances at Brighton Fringe Festival!
The Cantata showcases were presented by Artemis Arts and it was originally developed in partnership with Glyndebourne Opera Education. The Cantata weaves the human with the mythic - a powerful work uniting the generations with the uplifting power of music.
Helen is delighted to be in a partnership with Cornwall Music Service Trust to bring the work to Cornwall, the world premier performances are planned for Truro Cathedral and the iconic Minack Theatre in 2025!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NKjm6ANc0co
"It is a truly beautiful piece with some very emotive music, I have a feeling you have sown a very big seed....." Paul Wheeler - TV director and musician
"audiences loved it and last night there was a standing ovation." Catherine Black - cellist
"your music goes right to the heart" Jenny Dankbarr - choir member Amsterdam
Helen was originally inspired to create the large scale dramatic choral work by the people and legacy of the Phoenix Ironworks in Lewes, East Sussex. The work embraces the stories of the iron workers, our connection to the land, the elemental forces of fire and water, themes include the fragility and power of nature and war.
It is a people’s Cantata involving 2 adult choirs, a children's choir, professional soloists and musicians. During the development period the Cantata had a wonderful response from the community and people from 7 - 70 + took part in excerpt performances led by distinguished musical director John Hancorn.
Nearly 100 people sang in 2 showcase performances at Brighton Fringe Festival!
The Cantata showcases were presented by Artemis Arts and it was originally developed in partnership with Glyndebourne Opera Education. The Cantata weaves the human with the mythic - a powerful work uniting the generations with the uplifting power of music.
Helen is delighted to be in a partnership with Cornwall Music Service Trust to bring the work to Cornwall, the world premier performances are planned for Truro Cathedral and the iconic Minack Theatre in 2025!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NKjm6ANc0co
"It is a truly beautiful piece with some very emotive music, I have a feeling you have sown a very big seed....." Paul Wheeler - TV director and musician
"audiences loved it and last night there was a standing ovation." Catherine Black - cellist
"your music goes right to the heart" Jenny Dankbarr - choir member Amsterdam