Song of Wonder, co-created by Nirmala Rajasekar and David Jordan Harris, explores the theme of wonder through the music, folktales, and poetry of South Indian and Judeo-Spanish traditions. Inspired by the rich, imagistic poetry and evocative music of more than a thousand years in each tradition, the concert probes the many facets of wonder as gateways to an illumined and impassioned life. Nirmala and David are joined by a trio of distinguished instrumentalists: Carnatic percussion master Thanjavur Muruga Boopathi, percussionist Mick LaBriola, and ‘ud player David Burk. (Read More)
““The joyful spirit of true collaboration, of deep respect and friendship, of committed cross-cultural exchange simply radiated from the stage and through the music. Our audience felt that spirit in a palpable way and was moved by it. Our world needs more of such examples of talent, generosity, kindness and curiosity.””