Rokos and Creighton deliver stunning performance
March 25, 2010 9:00 AM
Saturday night at the Antigonish Performing Arts Series started off well with a breathtaking performance from harpist Karen Rokos and flutist Patricia Creighton.
With a selection of classical and modern pieces, these world-renowned musicians left the audience with a musical experience unlike any other.
An opening performance of variations of the traditional Green Sleeves set spectators up for a night of soothing melodies. After several lush movements from famous composers, we had the privilege of listening to each musician perform solo.
Creighton chose a modern piece that was written to describe a scene in a book. She was able to produce sounds on her flute that I had never heard before, although she made it look effortless.
Rokos, on the other hand, chose a beautiful song by a composer whom she described as “different” from the others.
The seven tuning pedals (all with three tuning options) were maneuvered with ease as she played; something so complicated seemed second nature to her.
For those who don’t know what the foot pedals are for, each one is equipped with three settings, each changing the tightness of the string to change the note from either flat, sharp or natural.
The duo ended the night with two tangos and a habanera that was arranged by Rokos.
Musical genius was apparent as they performed together, feeding off one another and each making the other shine. Flute and harp are a classic pair, and these two musicians brought out the best of these instruments.
