Spirit & Dust

Internationally acclaimed Canadian percussionist Beverley Johnston presents her seventh solo recording THE SPIRIT AND THE DUST featuring the music of Christos Hatzis, Richard Mascall, Norbert Palej and Dinuk Wijeratne. All works on this recording are presented on two of by Beverley Johnston's favorite instruments: the marimba and the vibraphone. Also on the recording are a handful of her favorite musicians with whom she has had the opportunity and pleasure to work with over the years, Marc Djokic and the Amici Chamber Ensemble. Over the years, she has commissioned and performed many works by leading Canadian composers some of which have become a staple of the standard percussion repertory around the world. In honor of her exemplary commitment to the performance of the music of Canadian composers, she has been awarded the distinction of "Canadian Music Centre Ambassador". Her exceptional stage presence, her remarkable virtuosity and musicianship have established her reputation beyond the border of her native Canada, where she tours and performs frequently as a soloist and chamber musician.