The project will culminate in three, candle-lit, evening concerts in some of our most ancient churches.
Simon and Gillian have produced original short stories based on historical events in each of the three parishes, along with poetry from the perspective of the stones themselves and have prepared extracts from well-known novels set in Guernsey – all of which will be performed by local actors.
David has created a sonic landscape around this, which incorporates music composed between the 14th and 21st Centuries, interspersed with bespoke sound design and field recordings intended to reflect the breadth and imagination of the stories told.
Music for solo violin from the French Renaissance via Marin Marais, Heinrich Biber, Georg Telemann, Eugène Ysaÿe, Philip Glass, Max Richter, Yann Tiersen and John Corigliano will be performed, alongside David’s original compositions, as well as reimaginings of local folk melodies.
Entry is free thanks to funding from Guernsey Arts.
“Guernsey Arts is delighted to support the Hearing Stones project,” said Head of Arts Development Russ Fossey.
“This series brings together wonderfully talented people to perform a unique series of concerts in the beautiful setting of our ancient churches. It promises to be something quite special.’
Performances (8pm start time)
Friday 16 August St Andrew’s Church
Saturday 17 August St Martin’s church
Sunday 18 August Town Church