On April 26/27, the Bach Choir of Pittsburgh presents “A Satire: Carmina Burana Africana,” an adaptation of Carl Orff’s masterpiece. This fascinating rhythmic and multi-disciplinary performance features Chanel Holte, soprano, and Graham Fandrei, baritone; the West Virginia University African Drum Ensemble, Michael Vercelli, Director; dancers from the K-Theatre Dance Complex, Kontara Morphis, Artistic Director; and James Burns and Amin Carrillo Rosado, piano (yes, there are two grand pianos in this performance!).

Carmina Burana is a collection of mostly bawdy, irreverent and satirical medieval poetry includes the Latin, German and French vernacular. The songs and poems were written by Goliards, clergy (mostly students) who satirized the Catholic Church.

Performances will be held at the Campbell Memorial Chapel on the campus of Chatham University.