Attar of Nishapur’s epic twelfth century poem is brought to life by evocative music, illustrations and spoken word.

Lembit Beecher’s musical setting of the words will be augmented by sumptuous illustrations by New York Times’ multi award-winning illustrator and author, Peter Sis.

Other works on the program include Vaughan-Williams’ The Lark Ascending played by Camerata’s leader, Brendan Joyce.