To start today, another look at the garden courtyard in the National Gallery.
Adjoining the courtyard is the Rideau Chapel. The Convent Of Our Lady Of The Sacred Heart once stood downtown, but was torn down in the 1970s. The chapel was relocated to the heart of the National Gallery, where the space itself is a work of art.
Within the chapel is The Forty Part Motet, a sculpture of sound with forty speakers spread out in a circle. Janet Cardiff devised the concept, using 16th century music and a choir. You can feel the music when you're in the midst of it. Hard to explain, but it works. And in this space, the combination makes for a very peaceful effect. Have a look at her talking about the work here.
The room is astonishingly beautiful.
A very beautiful Chapel.
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DeleteThe architecture is superb
ReplyDeleteI agree.
DeleteVery beautiful indeed.
ReplyDeleteThat it is.
DeleteHello,
ReplyDeleteI love the courtyard and the chapel. The chapel ceiling is lovely. Take care, enjoy your weekend.
Thank you.
DeleteWell, you know that bit about music having the power to soothe the savage breast, so it's no surprise that you can "feel" it.
ReplyDeleteWell put.
DeleteThe ceilings are amazing.
ReplyDeleteThey are.
DeleteIt’s a fine experience. We have taken guests to the NG mainly for that reason.
ReplyDeleteIt's a good reason.
Delete...serenity is a welcomed thing these days.
ReplyDeleteIndeed.
DeleteThat is so beautiful to see, William.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely.
DeleteWonderful captures of the beautiful interiors.
ReplyDeleteThanks.
DeleteIt is a grand space yet looks calm.
ReplyDeleteIt is.
DeleteTruly a place of serenity ~ lovely photos ~
ReplyDeleteWishing you good health, laughter and love in your days,
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Thank you.
DeleteWhat a wonderful ceiling.
ReplyDeleteThat it is.
DeleteWhat an amazing and beautiful chapel.
ReplyDeleteIndeed.
DeleteWhat a strange ceiling in this church !
ReplyDeleteI love it.
DeleteFabulous photos of this stunning chapel. Those ceilings are amazing!
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteEstas imagens são um verdadeiro espetáculo
ReplyDeleteQue nesta Páscoa você possa sentir a presença de Deus em cada momento e renovar sua fé e esperança.
Uma feliz e abençoada páscoa
Um abraço
Thank you.
DeleteThat ceiling is a work of art!
ReplyDeleteThat it is.
DeleteThe garden is so inviting. The ceiling is amazing.
ReplyDeleteI agree.
Delete"Astonishingly beautiful" is an understatement. I don't have the vocabulary of superlatives large enough to describe this place.
ReplyDeleteThanks.
DeleteHeavenly and spacious
ReplyDeleteThat it is.
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