Kasar mie la Gaji – Stellenbosch University Choir
Details
| Title | Kasar mie la Gaji – Stellenbosch University Choir |
| Author | Stellenbosch University Choir |
| Duration | 4:40 |
| File Format | MP3 / MP4 |
| Original URL | https://youtube.com/watch?v=JhMfULaxkro |
Description
Kasar mie la Gaji (The Earth is Tired) – Alberto Grau (1927 - , Venezuela)
Conducted by André van der Merwe
The inhabitants of the African Sahel say: “Kasar mie la gaji” – “The earth is tired”.
The piece is over 30 years old, but its ecological message is more relevant than ever. The composition is designed on hypnotic repetition, with a steady reiteration of the text.
Plaintive glissandos and layered ostinato patterns create a compelling chant, begging for justice and rebirth.
Recording Technician: Gerhard Roux
Videography: Jorrie van der Walt (DOP, Empty Canvas Productions)
Video Editing: Charl Folscher (Empty Canvas Productions)
Post Production Supervisor: Wilhelm Conradie (Lemon Slice Post)
Colourist: Henry Rheeder
Recorded on 6 October 2024 in Endler Hall, Stellenbosch University Konservatorium
Contact: sing@sun.ac.za
