Composer blog – Pippa Murphy

Light and darkness... In this video blog composer, Pippa Murphy, and lyricist, Karine Polwart, discuss the traditions and rituals associated with Brigid / Saint Brigid that they have incorporated within the lyrics and music of their new work for Composeher, Brìdghe.

2023-02-24T09:03:56+00:00February 24th, 2023|

Performer blog – Diane Gardner and Bonnie Slade on Brìdghe

Diane Gardner and Bonnie Slade, who sing soprano and alto respectively in the GSA Choir, write about their experiences of rehearsing Brìdghe – composed by Pippa Murphy, with lyrics by Karine Polwart. Being part of the GSA Choir is a joy, constantly providing to us, as performers, musical challenges [...]

2023-01-18T13:02:33+00:00January 18th, 2023|

Composer blog – Pippa Murphy

A blessing and a lament... In this video blog composer, Pippa Murphy, discusses her Composeher work, Brìdghe, with lyricist, Karine Polwart. They explain more about the ritualistic nature of the work and the connections between renewal of the seasons and Brigid / Saint Brigid herself.

2022-12-20T08:12:03+00:00December 20th, 2022|

Composer blog – Pippa Murphy

Sound and resonance... In this video blog composer, Pippa Murphy, introduces her Composeher work, Brìdghe, alongside lyricist, Karine Polwart. The pair discuss the importance of sound and resonance, and explore the intersection between Paganism and Catholicism as it relates to Brigid / Saint Brigid.

2022-10-19T07:25:01+00:00October 19th, 2022|

Performer blog – Catherine Mooney on Brìdghe

Catherine Mooney, who sings alto in the GSA Choir, writes about her experience of rehearsing Brìdghe – composed by Pippa Murphy, with lyrics by Karine Polwart. It is very early. My eyes are closed, but I am awake. The first tangible thought to filter through is a refrain, a [...]

2022-08-26T09:56:46+00:00August 26th, 2022|
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