For centuries, a clandestine world of forbidden love has thrived within the pages of passionate letters, spanning nearly two millennia. From the profound musings of Emperor Marcus Aurelius to the poetic whispers of Walt Whitman, these epistolary treasures unveil the tender, tumultuous, and triumphant journey of love through the ages. The Secret Letter is a celebration of those voices. Their words remind us that queer love is as ancient, as passionate, and as real as any other.

In this poignant exploration, Cantus delves into the depths of unspoken desires and hidden yearnings, where queer love has often been relegated to the shadows, obscured by the weight of societal expectations and prejudices. Through spoken work and music, Cantus sheds light on the resilience and courage of those who dared to love boldly, despite the risks and obstacles they faced. They remind us that love, in all its forms, is defiant. And that in a world that has so often tried to silence it, love still finds a way to be heard.

Through the evocative works of Mari Esabel Valverde, Abbie Betinis, Leoš Janáček, Melissa Etheridge and others, Cantus celebrates the indomitable spirit and timeless allure of love in all its forms. Join Cantus in a mesmerizing exploration of love’s enduring legacy—a testament to resilience, passion, and the boundless power that transcends time itself.

This concert will feature a new commission by Saunder Choi, generously supported by Tom Arneson.
The online concert is made possible thanks to the generous support by Catherine L. and Gerald B.* Fischer.

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UPCOMING CONCERTS

JULY 15 — 18, 2025