Author, harpist explore society, culture, music at Confederation
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In a unique blending of their work, harpist Ann Germani and author Anne McDonald, through words and music, will present an exploration of Canada’s social, cultural and musical life at the time of Confederation on Saturday at The Music Studio in Brandon.
Germani, a professional musician, has researched, arranged and recorded the music of Confederation for her CD, “Dancing to Confederation.”
Germani’s research at the Charlottetown Archives affirmed the significance of “The Ball,” and that dancing was not just simple entertainment, but a highly valued opportunity for political networking.
The research unearthed music composed by band leaders, teachers and musicians, living on Canadian soil, circa 1867.
As was common to that time, many compositions had their roots in the music of Europe and the British Isles, but — as works became titled by places, events and celebrations in the New World — a new Canadian musical voice and identity began to express itself.
Her partner on the project, McDonald, is an award-winning author whose latest book, “Miss Confederation: The Diary of Mercy Anne Coles,” chronicles a young unmarried woman’s experiences in the social whirlwind of Confederation.
A unique historical document, the Mercy Coles diary offers a window into the events that led to Canada’s creation, from a point of view that has long been neglected.
Amid the grand and heady spectacle of the balls, banquets and events of the Confederation conferences, Mercy Coles was seeking adventure and love.
She wasn’t concerned with writing for posterity, or with propriety. “Miss Confederation” shows history being made, without the veneer and polish time creates.
The show is free and starts at 7:30 p.m. at the studio which is located at 940 Rosser Ave.
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