Imagine that a newborn child could speak. What would she want for Christmas? Together with images by renowned photographer Mattias Klum, The Real Group sings The World For Christmas. Anders Edenroth's song tells us to take better care of our planet so th...  moreImagine that a newborn child could speak. What would she want for Christmas? Together with images by renowned photographer Mattias Klum, The Real Group sings The World For Christmas. Anders Edenroth's song tells us to take better care of our planet so that our children one day also can enjoy its beauty.  

CONCERT: Intensive Care LOCATION: Cerimon House, Portland, OR DATE: June 2019 VIDEO BY: Wolftraks THE TALK: Instructions for Black Children When They Interact with the Police (Damien Geter) [WORLD PREMIERE] Katherine FitzGibbon, conductor Cec...  moreCONCERT: Intensive Care LOCATION: Cerimon House, Portland, OR DATE: June 2019 VIDEO BY: Wolftraks THE TALK: Instructions for Black Children When They Interact with the Police (Damien Geter) [WORLD PREMIERE] Katherine FitzGibbon, conductor Cecily Keister, Mezzo-Soprano S. Renee Mitchell, spoken word Emmanuel Henreid, spoken word THE COMPOSER WRITES: There comes a time in every child’s life when they will have “the talk” with a trusted adult. That talk is usually centered around topics relating to sexual maturation – the birds and the bees. However, in the life of a black child, there’s an additional talk that needs to happen: what to do if they are pulled over or have an encounter with the police. It boils down to four basic principles with the fourth being the ultimate goal: 1. Pull over. Don’t run. Keep calm; 2. Keep your hands where they can see them; 3. Be polite. Save your rage; 4. Get home safely. (The phrase “save your rage” is credited to Resonance board member, Jasmine Love...    less