To book, contact:
Catherine McClelland
Director, Artistic Planning
Honens presents Carnival of the Animals by Camille Saint-Saëns, performed by Honens Artistic Director and world-renowned pianist Jon Kimura Parker and original narration by Calgary personality Jonathan Love!
Canadian schools can now book a one-hour virtual show that includes:
- An introduction by both artists, as well as a Palaeontologist, including how they made the recording and what to listen for.
- A 30-minute video performance of Carnival of the Animals which includes 14 short movements that depict different animals from kangaroos and elephants to fossils and long-eared creatures
- A question and answer session where students can ask the presenters questions directly.
- A short list of educational resources to help address curriculum requirements.
While the presentation is geared mostly towards young students, it appeals to a wide of audiences and ages. All you need is access to Zoom!
Reviews
“We absolutely LOVED the Carnival of Animals presentation and meeting with the experts. It was a very intimate experience that the grade 2’s and 1’s thoroughly enjoyed.”—Grade 2 / 1 Teacher
“It was fun when Jon Parker (Jackie) made up a song about reindeer right in front of us! “—Grade 3 Student
“What a treat it was! Jonathan Love’s script and narration was original, clever and witty! Jackie Parker’s piano skills are impressive and effortless. I have never watched a performance of a pianist playing a duet with himself and what a delight that was. From the onset, the virtual performance was engaging and memorable! “—Grade 3 Teacher
To book, contact:
Catherine McClelland
Director, Artistic Planning
