Wednesday 20 Aug 2024 – 19.30
Sandnes church
Sarah Camille (song), Sidiki Camara (percussions), Jørn Erik Ahlsen Alkanger (guitar),Cecilia Rospigliosi (flute), Raúl Perez (guitar), and musicians from Den Gjenfundne Tid
duration 1.5 hour
How do we find our place in the world? Singer, poet, and storyteller Sarah Camille explores this timeless question in her own unique way. Rooted in her heritage yet forever reaching new horizons, she invites us to walk beside her — accompanied by two fantastic musicians — as she shares her vision of a world both fragile and beautiful.
This evening is also marked by a special mission: Sarah Camille stands as an ambassador for “Songs of Travel,” a European project which seeks to raise awareness and foster empathy around migration and climate change. She will be joined on stage by a group of enthusiastic volunteers and special guests from our 2nd edition.
TicketSinger, poet and storyteller Sarah Camille has a unique expression and a charisma that sits well with her young and adult audiences. Born in Paris, Sarah grew up in Oslo with roots in Martinique on her mother’s side and in Stavanger on her father’s side. Artistically Sarah also flows freely between many worlds. She has written poetry for many years and in 2011 was crowned Norwegian slam-poetry champion. Sarah has worked as storyteller, text writer and dramatist in a number of dramatic arts projects. Over time, music has become more important in Sarah’s works. She won the Norwegian grammy award for the best children’s album in 2020 with her record “Spor av dråper og røde nebb”. Later on, she has released two more albums, “Vingeslag” and “våkner i en annen dag” that have been very well received from the audience. Her lyrics are full of playfulness, rhythm and flow, but also depth and melancholy. With her soft and intimate vocals, the music is a blend of jazz, ballads and folk. Accompanying her is an exquisite bouquet of musicians who move with ease in an expansive musical landscape.
credit photo @Anne Valeur
Sidiki Camara is considered one of the world’s leading percussionists. He has traveled the globe with many renowned artists, including Rokia Traoré, Toumani Diabaté, Boubacar Traoré, Bill Frisell’s New Quartet, and has also performed as a solo percussionist with the National Ballet of Mali. Those who have followed Camara’s career know him as a highly skilled creative artist with several album releases to his name. Among his previous releases are the solo albums “Nakan” (2015) and “Ayou Wele” (1997). He is also a highly sought-after percussion teacher and the founder of the cultural exchange program “Yankadi.” (from Jazz i Norge)
Jørn Erik Ahlsen Alkanger is a guitarist, composer, arranger, producer, and designer. He won a Spellemann Award for the album “Spor av dråper og røde nebb.” He composed the music and created the sound design for the theater production “The Stranger,” starring Melina Tranulis at Oslo Nye Theater. In the spring of 2024, he is touring with the theater production “Easter Moon – Wishing Sun” with Thea Borring Lande, with “Spor av dråper og røde nebb,” with “Papillon,” and performing concerts with kÖök and Sarah Camille.
Cecilia Rospigliosi is a Bolivian flutist based in Sandnes, Norway, who holds a masters degree in flute performance from UiS and has played in several diverse orchestras/ensembles in Bolivia and Norway. Her passion is researching the music written by Latin American composers and based in Latino cultural heritage. She is a teacher, freelancer and plays at Sandnes Symphony Orchestra, besides her full-time job as a music librarian. On the side she supports a social project that brings access to music lessons and instruments to children and youth in her home country through the collection of donations and arranging free flute seminars during her visits to Bolivia. Cecilia was a guest of the 2nd edition, performing in the art exhibition, 3 Acts and playing at the opening concert.
Raúl Pérez was born in Barquisimeto, Venezuela, in 1963. His interest in music began at an early age. Brothers José and Víctor Manuel introduced him to the bass guitar, guitar, and the traditional Venezuelan 4-string instrument “cuatro,” as well as musical genres including joropo, waltz, and merengue. Between 1980-1987, Raúl studied music and classical guitar at Lisandro Alvarado University in Barquisimeto, under the guidance of the renowned guitarist Rodrigo Riera. In 2007, he moved to Stavanger, Norway, where he founded the musical group Noruegaitas, which has become an important representation of Venezuelan culture in our Nordic country. Raúl has also performed with flutist and composer René Orea on several occasions. Today, Raúl remains highly active in the musical community in Stavanger. He participates in his local church choir and provides private lessons as a guitar teacher. Last but not least, he serves as musical director, guitarist, and composer in Noruegaitas. Raúl was a guest of the 2nd edition, performing in the opening concert.