This captivating concert explores folk music as art song, bringing together 5 unique and exciting artists and different musical traditions. The Art of Folk Song is not just a concert; it is an homage to the enduring power of the oral tradition, and a unique opportunity for Halifax audiences to have an intimate experience of the incredible artistry of Clary Croft, Charles Daniels, Jonathon Adams, Emmanuel Solomon and Nick Veltmeyer together.
Clary Croft is a distinguished folklore researcher, author, and recording artist who has significantly contributed to the preservation and dissemination of Canada's cultural heritage. His newly published memoirs, Clary Croft: My Charmed Life in Music, Art, and Folklore, chronicle a remarkable career spanning over fifty years. Through his dedicated work with the songs and stories from the Helen Creighton Collection, Clary has opened this treasure trove to multiple generations of Canadians. He has rightfully earned the title, “the acknowledged master of one of the richest repertoires in Canada” (Halifax Mail Star).
Internationally-acclaimed tenor Charles Daniels, best known for his interpretations of Baroque vocal music, has made over ninety recordings as a soloist, including works by Handel, Dowland, Monteverdi, and Bach, for leading labels such as Deutsche Grammophon and Hyperion. His global concert presence is marked by appearances at the BBC Proms, collaborations with esteemed ensembles and conductors, and performances in landmark works including roles such as the Evangelist in Bach's Passions and the title role in Monteverdi’s "L’Orfeo." Daniels' prolific career has cemented his status as a cornerstone of the early music world, continually enriching the tradition with his innovative interpretations and breathtaking performances.
Born in amiskwaciwâskahikan (Edmonton, Alberta), Jonathon Adams is a Cree-Métis baritone. They have appeared as a soloist with Philippe Herreweghe, Sigiswald Kuijken, Vox Luminis, Servir Antico, and B’Rock Orchestra at Opera-Ballet Flanders. In 2021 Jonathon was named the first ever artist-in-residence at Early Music Vancouver. They are also featured in the film MESSIAH/COMPLEX created by Against the Grain Theatre and the Toronto Symphony Orchestra. Jonathon attended The Royal Academy of Music and the Conservatorium van Amsterdam, and studied with Nancy Argenta, Emma Kirkby, and Edith Wiens. In addition to performing, Jonathon offers an annual workshop for singers at the Lunenburg Academy of Music Performance in e’se’katik (Lunenburg, Nova Scotia).
Emmanuel Solomon, a distinguished Nigerian tenor and music scholar from the Fountain School of Performing Arts at Dalhousie University, has earned multiple awards, including the James and Abbie Campbell graduation prize for his vocal performance excellence. He has performed internationally in Nigeria, Canada, Russia, and Germany, with highlights including recitals at Nova Scotia's Government House and performances with Met opera star Harolyn Blackwell. Emmanuel has also shone in Symphony Nova Scotia events, Nova Scotia Youth Orchestra concerts, and won laurels in international choral competitions. Passionate about both performing and teaching, he offers lessons in various musical disciplines through Bikkurim Music Studios, which he founded to provide education and create musical ensembles that blend spirituality and human connection. Currently, Emmanuel is the Artist-In-Residence at Dominion-Chalmers United Church in Ottawa, where he continues his musical and educational endeavors.
Nick has created and performed a wide variety of music for over 20 years, as a singer, conductor, organist, pianist, harpsichordist, and composer. He held the position of Organ Scholar at the University of King’s College, and as a graduate student at University of Toronto, Nick studied Voice, Organ and Composition as Vance Scholar of St. James Cathedral, Bevan Scholar of Trinity College, and Junior Fellow of Massey College. Nick is an accomplished interdisciplinary artist who is known for supporting his colleagues, leading many new initiatives and developing a distinctive approach to his productions, blending composition, historical performance, and the oral canon.
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