The barking of a distant dog deepens the silence. The musical textures are spare and haiku-like, reflecting the imagery of the texts, yet each change of mood is highlighted most effectively by the music. We were honored to have given the songs their premiere on November 17 in Dublin. Tera's husband, Marten, and her children, Caecilia and Valentijn, attended the concert. Tera was a friend, a leader, an inspiration to us all.
Beautiful melodies echo in our hearts.
Dr. Jane O'Leary, who has been a resident of Ireland since 1972, is an internationally recognized composer. She is director of the ensemble Concorde and chairperson of the Contemporary Music Centre in Dublin.