Author of acclaimed novel “Split Tooth” performs in Victoria after publication of children’s book

Tanya Tagaq, author of the acclaimed novel Split tooth, visual artist and award-winning musician, has published her first children’s book, It must be repeated, which is about teaching children to count.

In addition, she will bring her powerful creativity and expression to a stage in Victoria to mark the launch of her book in September.

August 20th was an exciting day for all bookstores, as they were excited about Tagaq’s new book, a wonderful homage to one of the most beautiful animals in the world: the polar bear!

In addition, Tagaq has included some simple Inuktitut words, creating a wonderful educational opportunity to bring the book and the musicality of the languages ​​even closer to readers.

“I love children’s books and children themselves,” said Tagaq.

“I wanted to write this book because the time when a child learns to count is such a beautiful time in life.”

According to a press release, Tundra Books plans to release a video showing the pronunciation of Inuktitut words.

Victoria residents and visitors will have the opportunity to see them perform live at the UVic Farquhar Auditorium on September 18 at 7 p.m.

She presents Subscribewith the Victoria Symphony Orchestra and Subscribeaccompanied by the Emily Carr String Quartet.

“I hear sound in three-dimensional textures, so sound to me is music,” she said.

“One thing that is often overlooked in my work is the technical skills that underlie the music and compositions. Maybe that’s because I improvise and the music doesn’t fit into a nice classical box.”

In fact, their musical creations have been described as “extraordinary offerings of soundscapes” that blend elements of punk, metal and electronica with throat singing.

Ticket prices for this event vary depending on seat selection and can be purchased through UVic website.

If you want to take a closer look It must be repeated, You can do this at Penguin Random House Canada.

​Tanya Tagaq at Farquhar Auditorium