A note from the Artistic Director In our pilot season of 2015-2016, Hypatia performed a program of music drawn from the various backgrounds of all the members of the choir in a concert titled, “We are Hypatia.” The concert was so well-loved, we received many requests to repeat the program for those in attendance to...
A note from the Artistic Director Tonight’s concert is inspired by wind! In this program, you’ll hear about the varying textures and colors of the wind in Yagüe’s stunning Historietas del viento; you’ll hear music for choir and piano with wind instruments in the gossamer vignettes of Shield’s The Evening Star and in Parker’s brilliant and cheeky Elinor Wylie: Incantations; you’ll...
Happy Mother’s Day! To celebrate this special day, we have a program of music about many different aspects of motherhood. Our program encompasses musical reflections on children, mothers, daughters, sisters, grandmothers, life, and the eternal, indescribable legacy of love that flows through all these threads. When I was growing up, one of my favourite things to do...
A note from the Artistic Director Welcome to our concert in honour of mothers! We're so pleased to be here today for our Almonte debut at the beautiful Old Town Hall to share some beautiful music with you. Almonte is one of my favourite places, and my mother and I have spent many a beautiful...
With Parkdale United Church OrchestraArtistic Director: Angus Armstrong Pianist: Claire Stevens November 11, 2018, marks the 100th anniversary of the conclusion of the First World War. Hypatia’s Voice Women’s Choir of Ottawa and the Parkdale United Church Orchestra have commissioned Canadian composer Christine Donkin to create a new work for choir and orchestra commemorating the...
Pianist: Claire StevensAssociate Conductor: Deirdre KellermanHarp: Natalie Hoffmann 1A Ceremony of CarolsBenjamin BrittenHarp: Natalie HoffmannProcessionWolcum Yole!Text by Anon., 14th centuryThere is no RoseText by Anon., 14th centuryThat yongë childText by Anon., 14th centuryBalulalowText by John James and Robert Wedderburn, 16th centuryAs dew in AprilleText by Anon., 15th centuryThis little BabeText by Robert Southwell, 16th centuryInterludeIn...
Conductor: Deirdre KellermanPianist: Claire Stevens Message from Artistic Director I am delighted to welcome you to the fifth season of Hypatia’s Voice! Thanks to founding artistic director, Laura Hawley, Hypatia has developed into an engaging and accomplished ensemble, and I’m honoured to be accompanying them into their next chapter. This time of year is filled...
This show is a celebration of music, often represented through bird songs. The perfect theme for spring!
Music by Female Composers This program celebrates the artistry of women composers from the past and present day, woven together with themes of empowerment, strength, and celebration.
A fundraiser for Hypatia's Voice! Featuring solos, small group numbers and full choir performances, this cabaret-style show is the perfect way to celebrate the month of love while supporting one of your favourite choirs. In addition to the sweet sounds of Hypatia's Voice, you'll also enjoy door prizes, raffles for some incredible local goodies, and...
Featuring Storyteller Mary Wiggin
