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RE: Benjamin Britten's War Requiem performed in Johannesburg last night
Excellent synopsis of this concert! I read and my skin is bristling with emotion. I can imagine being there and I'm really excited. I believe that the arts can not only serve to offer beauty, relaxation, but also to make us change our attitude towards life. The fact that there are artists like the poet Wilfred Owen, who at an early age tried to express himself against war beyond his life, is a thread of hope! The fact that there are groups, orchestras, people promoting the language of peace makes us still keep alive the faith of a better world. Let us change weapons for musical instruments, brushes, pencils. We still have time to change!Thank you for sharing such a moving experience and such beautiful images, @kiligirl
I am so moved by your reply, @nancybriti. I wish I knew more about the backstory to this concert - my friend has told me a little, but clearly the choir was dedicated to putting on this performance as they budgeted it at a significant loss (fun fact: the more performers they have, the less room there is for paying customers...but they did it anyway - just wow). Thank you so much for your uplifting comment! 💗💗