The Canticle of the Black Madonna

A new opera in two acts

By Ethan Gans-Morse &
Tiziana DellaRovere

Stream the Opera for Free

Posted on May 28, 2021

Stream the Opera for Free

Anima Mundi Proudly presents the cinematic 5-camera high definition video of the the 2014 premiere of The Canticle of the Black Madonna. The video is streaming online for free starting Memorial Day weekend, Sunday May 30 at 5:30 Pacific. We’re celebrating the launch with a panel discussion featuring Sean Davis and other members of the veteran community. Tickets are free but required to...

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CBM Featured at A.S.A Conference in Toronto

Posted on Oct 23, 2015

CBM Featured at A.S.A Conference in Toronto

The Canticle of the Black Madonna was recently the main subject of a presentation by Dr. Colleen Renihan, professor of music at the University of Guelph, at the American Studies Association annual conference in Toronto, Canada. Her presentation was entitled Listening to Trauma, Singing Trauma, and the Negotiation of PTSD in Contemporary American Opera and explored the treatment of emotional...

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Welcome to The Canticle of the Black Madonna

Posted on Dec 1, 2014

Welcome to The Canticle of the Black Madonna

A Soldier’s Journey from the Desolation of War to the Healing Embrace of Love Called “One of the most exciting developments of the arts season” by Oregon ArtsWatch, The Canticle of the Black Madonna is a new opera by librettist Tiziana DellaRovere and composer Ethan Gans-Morse which premiered in Portland, Oregon on September 5, 2014. Set in coastal Louisiana amidst the...

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Critical Acclaim for the CBM

Posted on Nov 30, 2014

Critical Acclaim for the CBM

Critics have weighed in on the September, 2014 professional world premiere of The Canticle of the Black Madonna. Critical acclaim has focused on the social relevance of the work, the sensitivity with which it addresses combat PTSD, the excellent performances of the cast, and the effectiveness of the text and music. (Full media kit available here.) James McQuillen, writing for The Oregonian,...

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CBM Premiere Gallery

Posted on Sep 30, 2014

CBM Premiere Gallery

Opening night was a stunning evening of beauty, drama, and excitement. Enjoy this gallery of stunning images from opening night! All images link to high-resolution files.

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An Unforgettable Gala Dinner!

Posted on Aug 10, 2014

An Unforgettable Gala Dinner!

On Saturday, August 9, we hosted a gala dinner at the Sentinel Hotel. With sold-out attendance, we enjoyed incredible food, beautiful prizes, and unforgettable live performances, and we raised nearly $10,000! Pictures below:

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