Cork film composer and multi-instrumentalist, Girish Paul, will perform the entire music score from his new album entitled ‘Jesus from Nazareth His Journey in Music’ at a special concert with film event at Kilworth Community Centre on Saturday, 12th April at 8pm around the Easter period.
Together with Cork Producer Carmel Barrett Jesus from Nazareth brings to life the epic story of the life of Jesus Christ, from his birth in a lowly stable in Bethlehem, his early days, his meeting with John the Baptist, the fisherman Peter, his journey into Jerusalem, his betrayal, ultimate resurrection and his message to all humanity.
Well known for his spectacular stage performances, Girish single-handedly performs the heartwarming music score with his virtual orchestra in which he plays many instruments live on stage to the full orchestral score that will take the audience from modern day Cork back two thousand years.
The concert is supported by dramatic on-screen filmed performances by talented Irish actors that include Sean Ahern and Liam Howard, and all the scenes were shot in and around Cork and county Cork.
Says Girish: “I’m delighted to return to Kilworth with the opportunity to perform our new show in a much troubled world, and we wish at the outset to thank Kilworth Community Centre for their assistance.”
Q & A BY THE COMPOSER
Why Jesus and why now? As world leaders, politicians and we ourselves struggle to solve today’s problems or to see any way forward out of personal and global conflicts, perhaps Christ’s message may well be as inspirational and relevant to today’s troubled world as it was all those centuries ago.
What can audiences expect to see and hear? This event will sweep the audience from Ireland today back through the ages to a time when the Roman Empire ruled the ancient world, to a place of great suffering, and to a stable where a child was born, one who grew up to be revered by millions today across the globe. Several instruments will be performed on the night aided by a studio recorded full orchestral score to fuel the imagination and reach into the heart. The screen will also light up to reveal scenes in the life of Jesus as they unfold, performed by talented Irish actors that include Sean Ahern as John the Baptist, Liam Howard as Pontius Pilate and Anthony O’Connell as The Christ.
Can audiences see the film’s trailer and hear the music beforehand? The film’s trailer and music can be viewed and heard at: www.girishpaul.com
Are there any restrictions for the show people need to know about? There are adult themes in the film that is rated at PG-12 so some of the scenes in the show are unsuitable for very young children. Also there is flash photography throughout the concert.
How may tickets be acquired? On this special Easter occasion it’s just €10 at the door on the night but seats are limited. Doors open at 7.30pm, concert starts at 8pm with a short interval at 9pm.
