REVIEWS from Dorset Artsreach tour Oct - Nov 2010
Presently making contact afresh with promoters for concerts in 2011 and so I have requested some written response from organisers and have received very encouraging reviews:
Sarah Newitt Organiser Bourton village concert writes:
Emily Burridge’s ‘Bach, Burridge & Into the Amazon’ is nothing short of inspirational. The first half interweaves classical unaccompanied cello works drawn from the G major suite by JS Bach with her own compositions. Clever use of technology allows her to create multi-tracked pieces in a live setting which segue in and out of the familiar classical repertoire into her own dreamy creations. A consummate musician, she also has a wonderful ability to communicate with her audience, rendering the whole performance as intimate as it is accomplished.
The second half takes the audience on a fascinating journey into the world of the Xavante natives in the Amazon. Striking photographic images and recordings of their prayers and songs are accompanied by Emily’s own haunting and lyrical cello music. It is peaceful, spiritual and atmospheric; a visual and aural wonderland into which the audience is gently drawn.
The point of ‘Into the Amazon’ is twofold; the audience is treated to a musical extravaganza whilst the plight of those who live in the threatened rain forest is clearly highlighted. Having lived in Brazil and witnessed the issues at first-hand, Emily has set up a charitable trust to help the Xavante. By building a health centre and initiating several sustainable income projects and conservation schemes, Emily’s contribution to their future well-being is invaluable.
Christine Pacey Organiser Hinton Martel Church concert writes: "The audience experienced an evening of ethereal, beautiful and an emotional combination of images and music, totally enjoyable evening"
Reviews Dorset Artsreach Rural Tour October - November 2010
For booking enquiries please contact: admin@emilyburridge.com
Forthcoming concert dates for your diary: November "Bach, Burridge & Into the Amazon" promoted by Dorset Artsreach UK
(www.artsreach.co.uk) and the rural touring scheme
"Bach, Burridge & Into the Amazon"
Saturday 20th November Bourton, nr Gillingham Dorset SP85AT
Saturday 27th November Ashmore, nr Shaftesbury Dorset SP55AQ
10th December Screenbites Christmas Party
Whether the weather or what the concert event at the Colston Hall with Nigel Shaw and Carolyn Hillyer has sadly been cancelled
CANCELLED 11th December 2010 Guest appearance with Nigel Shaw & Carolyn Hillyer Colston Hall Bristol
I will be performing tracks from the "Out of the Blue" release in the first half and joining Nigel and Carolyn in the second half to perform Nigel's Dartmoor Symphony.
New booking September 2010
START - A Garden Party to make a difference. Clarence House, Performing "Out of the Blue & Into the Amazon" main stage - Friary Court Stage -at midday and Garden Lecterne stage at 1.30pm wednesday 15th September .
To find out more about this festival which HRH Prince Charles is hosting in the gardens of Clarence House follow this link:
Sunday 5th September "Riven Stone Festival" Dartmoor UK performing solo production "Out of the Blue & Into the Amazon"
Tuesday 12th October 7pm Warneford Chapel Oxford. "Out of the Blue & Into the Amazon" OCM - Oxford Contemporary Music hosts the concert details of which can de found at the following link: http://www.ocmevents.org/ocm/events/emilyburridgeandunnilovlid
Concerts organised through Dorset Artsreach autum program (www.artsreach.co.uk) and the rural touring scheme dates include so far further details to be posted soon:
"Bach, Burridge & Into the Amazon"
Saturday 2nd October Hinton Martel Church nr Wimborne BH217HE Dorset
Saturday 20th November Bourton, nr Gillingham Dorset SP85AT
Saturday 27th November Ashmore, nr Shaftesbury Dorset SP55AQ
CANCELLED due to the weather Saturday 11th December Colston Hall, Bristol. Concert hosted by Nigel Shure & Carolyn Hillyer. Emily will be performing "Out of the Blue & Into the Amazon" and in the second half of the performance will also be performing on the 'cello on Nigel's production "Dartmoor Symphony"
