Christmas is a time for families and old friends – for well-loved tunes and good cheer. But it’s also a time of mystery and wonder: of silent nights, and sounds that echo across centuries. We’re delighted to be back at The Anvil this Yuletide for two nights of beauty, wonder and seasonal joy. From medieval carols to visionary modern masterpieces, it all takes its inspiration from the story at the heart of the season: a baby in a stable, surrounded by simply heavenly singing.
PROGRAMME
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Plainsong
Salve Regina
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Eric Whitacre
Lux aurumque
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Traditional
Joys Seven
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Jeremy Dibble
Dormi Jesu
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Kim Porter
Benediction (premiere)
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Ireland
New Prince, New Pomp
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Ribera
Vox in Rama
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Traditional
This endris night
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Alec Roth
Lullaby Carol
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Reena Esmail
The Unexpected Early Hour – Lauds (from A Winter Breviary)
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Victoria
Ave Maria
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Margaret Rizza
As Joseph was a-walking
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Parsons
Ave Maria
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Traditional
Wexford Carol
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Kirbye
Vox in Rama
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Rubbra
Dormi Jesu
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Traditional
God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen
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Rose
Our Blessed Lady’s Lullaby
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Stanford
To a tree
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Victoria
Salve Regina a8
PERFORMERS
- The Sixteen
- Harry Christophers conductor
