Jordi Savall and Hespèrion XXI: Jerusalem--A city of two peaces May 5, 2010

There are few musicians as mesmerizing as legendary viola da gambist Jordi Savall, whose vibrant performances have captivated audiences for decades. He returns to the Boston Early Music Festival with Hespèrion XXI, La Capella Reial de Catalunya, and Al Darwish with a monumental program charting the history of Jerusalem from 1200 BC to the present day through its music. From the sound of the shofars in the Jericho fanfare, to a series of songs, laments, and instrumental works from the variety of traditions that have become embedded in the cultural fabric of Jerusalem, this fascinating evening of music promises to be a highlight of the concert season.

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