Big Lake Arts Presents Ensemble Comtessa. Medieval Songs-Impact Concert. A Community Fundraiser Concert.
Saturday, August 29th from 11 am - 12 noon.
With …
Ellen Torrie-soprano/citole/tamborne/anglosaxon lyre
Isabelle Douailly-Backman-vielle/tambourine/sinfonia
Ensemble Comtessa presents Florilegium, a vibrant collection of medieval songs from the British Isles (1150–1300) that traces the lifecycle of a flower through the seasons. These timeless works reveal the enduring foundations of “classical” tradition — where folk melody, chant, and courtly song first intertwined. Blending Celtic, troubadour, and plainchant traditions.
Presented with authentic medieval performance practices and period instruments, this program brings a richly layered musical culture shaped by centuries of cultural exchange to life.
With every ticket sold, BIGLAKE will donate 50% to Prince Edward Point Observatory (PEPtBO), a local charity that helps protect birds and other wildlife and their habitats on the South Shore through research, advocacy, and education.