Music based on Jewish and Persian lyrics

Benjamin Staern’s Letter to My Child, for string quartet and voice, is based on the poetry of Ilse Weber combining klezmer with classical modernism, the five movements move between despair, longing and tenderness. The programme also includes music by Manuel de Falla and Joseph Joachim, exploring themes of children, poetry and lullabies. Two world premieres: Benjamin & Dan Theorin! String ensemble and soloists: Annastina Malm, mezzosopran David Härenstam, gitarr