by Gillian Crowley –
Wade Davis Talk
As part of the Mary Winspear’s speakers series, Wade Davis will discuss his latest novel: Into the Silence: The Great War, Mallory and the Conquest of Everest. Author of 19 bestselling books, Davis’ resumé includes Explorer-in-Residence at the National Geographic Society (1999-2012), UBC Professor of Anthropology, and the BC Leadership Chair in Cultures and Ecosystems at Risk at UBC. In this novel, 10 years in the writing, Davis asks not whether George Mallory was the first to reach the summit of Everest but why he kept on climbing on that fateful day. His answer lies in a single phrase uttered by one of the survivors as they retreated from the mountain: “the price of life is death.” June 7 at 7 p.m. at the Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney.
Deep Cove Folk Presents Flying Snail
If the name doesn’t catch your interest, the music will. Flying Snail is a trio formed by long-time Canadian musicians, Norman MacPherson and David Wilkie, with vocalist Denise Withnell. Wilkie has led Cowboy Celtic for 23 years, and Withnell has been its lead vocalist for the last 22 years as the band travelled all over the U.S., Scotland, Ireland and South America. MacPherson and Wilkie started playing music together in 1967 when they formed one of Victoria’s legendary rock bands: Moxie. MacPherson was Valdy’s guitarist for many years and he has also performed and recorded with Connie Kaldor, Roy Forbes, The Poppy Family, Burton Cummings and David Foster. Enjoy these talented musicians in an intimate setting. Tickets $10 at the door. www.deepcovefolk.ca. June 8 at 8 p.m. (doors open at 7:30). St. John’s United Church, North Saanich.
A Memorable Musical Experience
The Victoria Mendelssohn Choir and Maestro Simon Leung will present “Agnus Dei,” a unique selection of sacred choral, solo and piano works by Mendelssohn, Mozart, J.S. Bach, Brückner, Fauré and others. In addition, the rarely performed Messe solennelle de Ste Cécile (St. Cecilia Mass in G Major) by Charles-François Gounod will be featured. Tickets at Tanner’s Books and the Shoal Centre, Sidney. June 10 at 3 p.m. at the Shoal Centre, 10030 Resthaven Drive, Sidney.
Wilderness Art and Photography
Marvel at wilderness as visualized by local artist Marie Savage who creates encaustic as well as oil and cold wax artwork. She is joined by Edward Savage, photographer, and the show offers something for everyone. Photographs of wildlife on the B.C. coast, in Northern Canada and even the wilds of China will hang alongside beautiful abstract paintings interpreting remote wilderness. Free admission and parking. June 11 to 17, daily from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ArtSea Gallery in Tulista Park, 9565 Fifth Street, Sidney.
Getting’ Higher Choir
This joyful choir will not only lift your spirits but your ticket price will go towards Victoria-based Caia Connection which supports educational opportunities for youth in rural Mozambique. Ann Mortifee, a friend of the choir and well-known singer/activist, will drop in for a few songs. The program will feature long time co-director Denis Donnelly’s song compositions and arrangements that describe his personal journey. The concert marks the “changing of the guard” as Denis Donnelly and Siobhan Robinsong, co-directors for 22 years, pass their batons to choir members Cathy Baker and Dick Jackson. Donnelly and Robinsong are going on to other musical endeavours, one of which takes place in Sidney next fall. More to come! www.gettinhigherchoir.ca. June 15 and 16, 7:30 p.m. at Alix Goolden Hall, Victoria.
Voices for the Salish Sea
Tiller’s Folly, The Wilds, the British Columbia Boys Choir and special guest Ta’Kaiya Blaney team up to present Voices for the Salish Sea, a concert combining musical performance and multimedia. Artist singer/songwriter/actress Ta’Kaiya Blaney will share her insights into Coast Salish culture and the coastal ecology. The goal is to produce a series of affordable, family- friendly live music events promoting awareness, advocacy and stewardship of the unique ecosystem that is our Salish Sea. June 9 at 4 and 7:30 p.m. at Mary Winspear Centre, Sidney.
