While the biblical concept of Eden was a “garden paradise” or “state of innocence and bliss”, DiDonato’s EDEN is far more grounded in reality. As her epic voice soared, her underlying message was squarely modern day Mother Earth. She concluded her performance with a quote “never was the shade of a plant more dear and loveable”. In this time of global unrest, truer words were never spoken. Here is hoping DiDonato’s seed of an idea will continue to grow.
Joyce DiDonato would like to graciously thank the following for their generous support of EDEN:
Sara Morgan, Ann Ziff, John Studzinski, Franci Neely, Helen Berggruen, McDermott Foundation, Linda Nelson, Kern Wildenthal, John Singer, Michael Beverley DL, The Getty Foundation, David Jacobs, Eva Haller, Sarah Billinghurst Solomon Foundation, Sir Simon Robey, Katherine G. Farley, Tom and Pamela Frame, Ellen Marcus, and Richard Gaddes.
EDEN has been commissioned by University Musical Society of the University of Michigan; the Harriman-Jewell Series, Kansas City; Abu Dhabi Music & Arts Foundation; Cal Performances at University of California, Berkeley; Stanford Live; and UC Santa Barbara Arts & Lectures.
Copyright © 2022. All Rights Reserved. Concept: Joyce DiDonato
Photos: Sergi Jasanada | Art Direction: Joyce DiDonato & Catherine Pisaroni
Album artwork & website design: Lenny’s Studio
Stylist: Angel Cabezuelo. Makeup: De María.
