The cello is a melancholy instrument that evokes a sense of yearning and nostalgia. It is the perfect musical vehicle for introspective and thoughtful songs.
Such is the case with cellist and singer, Adi Sappir’s recently released EP, Instead of a Love Poem, her tribute to Israeli poet Yehuda Amichai.
Adi is Israeli born but makes her home in Melbourne these days and is well known as one of the local trio, The Mercurials, whom I have reviewed previously.
I must admit I had never come across the poetry of Yehuda Amichai, but have since addressed my ignorance of his work, after Adi asked me to review her EP. He is acclaimed in both Israel and Internationally as poet of remarkable intelligence and acuity, writing about the universal themes of love, death and old age in a fresh and interesting way.
Instead of a Love Poem contains six songs set to Yehuda Amichai poems. It is a moving celebration of his work, masterfully expressed in music, Adi’s affecting voice blending with the rich tones of her cello to create a soundscape of mournful beauty.
The added accompaniment of piano, organ and vocals enrich the listening experience, interacting perfectly with the dark sad sound of the cello and Adi’s voice.
Track Listing
- Jerusalem
- Take Me To The Airport
- Air Hostess
- God Full Of Mercy
- Ecology of Jerusalem
- Such As Sorrow
You can purchase a digital copy of the EP from CD Baby or buy the physical article on Adi’s webite. The buy option is hard to see, but look for the red text link above the EP cover image.
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