Colourless is a collection of poetry by Gordon Hasson set to original music written for guitar, piano and two voices by classical-contemporary duo Blue Stockings.

This unique program follows a day-in-the-life narrative of Hasson; with overarching themes of finding humour in the mundanity of life, and wistful reflections on the past. His composition and way of seeing the world is retold with humour and quirky wit. His words are accompanied by original music, taking inspiration from a timeline of folk-pop and classic styles across the decades with influences such as Joni Mitchell, Cat Stevens and Siobhan Miller. Surrounded by plants and stunning greenery, Colourless will be performed at Mappin’s Nursery and Aquarium in the Pottery Room.

Guitar, Piano: Chloe Hasson
Voice: Alison Paris
Poetry: Gordon Hasson
Music: Chloe Hasson and Alison Paris

With their classical background and love for a scope of genres, they have shared their unique interpretations of existing music since the duo’s inception. From Bach to Mozart all the way to Dolly Parton, Blue Stockings is excited to explore those influences through Colourless; an original song cycle for voice, guitar and piano.

Thank you to Mappin’s Nursery and Aquarium, All the Green Things and Anywhere Festival for hosting and facilitating this performance.