The Canticle of the Black Madonna

A new opera in two acts

By Ethan Gans-Morse &
Tiziana DellaRovere

An Evening of Stories and Song

Posted on Mar 15, 2014

An Evening of Stories and Song

On March 14, leading members of the philanthropic, veteran, and arts communities came together in in southeast Portland at sunset to celebrate The Canticle of the Black Madonna. To cheers and standing ovations, members of the military community shared how the opera had touched their lives, each and every one. Photography: John Rudoff 1st Sergeant Miah Washburn—dressed in casual shorts, his...

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A Radiant Night of Music

Posted on Feb 16, 2014

A Radiant Night of Music

Lindsey Cafferky performs “Mara’s Lament” with pianist Janet Coleman. Photography by Joe Cantrell. Powerful stories of war and healing, riveting musical performances, and delectable treats marked the occasion as we formally kicked off our fundraising season with our first The Canticle of the Black Madonna house party, graciously hosted by Grammy-award winning,...

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