GOLD: Christmas with the King’s Singers
Help celebrate The King’s Singers’ 50th birthday! This world-famous ensemble pays tribute to the music that has defined its first 50 years, inspired by the unique maverick spirit that guided the original six King’s Singers to keep every performance as fresh and varied as possible. Upholding its mission that the future of music deserves to shine as brightly as it can this remarkable group of singers provides us with the perfect preparation for the holiday season.
Program
WHAT CHEER
Born on a new day John David, arr. Peter Knight (adapted Philip Lawson)
ANCIENT ORIGINS
Veni, veni Emmanuel Trad.arr. Philip Lawson
Gaudete Trad.arr. Brian Kay
A CHRISTMAS MIRACLE
Ave virgo sponsa Dei -Inviolata est Adrian Willaert
CAROLS FROM KING’S
The Shepherd’s Carol Bob Chilcott
Carol of the bells Mykola Leontovycharr. arr. Keith Roberts
A STAR IS BORN
Master of Music* Toby Hession
CHRISTMAS FOR A CENTURY
Bogoróditse Djévo Arvo Pärt
Bethlehem Down Peter Warlock
There is a flower John Rutter
JOY TO THE WHOLE WORLD
We are* Bob Chilcott
*This is a new anniversary commission
Intermission
THE CHRISTMAS STOCKING
A celebration of ancient and modern Christmas music from across The King’s Singers’ repertoire, to include selections from Christmas, The Christmas Songbook, and their 50th anniversary album Gold.
Personnel
- Patrick Dunachie, countertenor
- Timothy Wayne-Wright, countertenor
- Julian Gregory, tenor
- Christopher Bruerton, baritone
- Christopher Gabbitas, baritone
- Jonathan Howard, bass
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Admission
- $25-$95
- Student $15
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Dates Offered
- December 22, 2018 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm