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Sea & Spirit - The Cecilia Consort
Local music lovers are warmly invited to enjoy an uplifting evening of song and reflection when Newbury’s much-loved choir, The Cecilia Consort, presents its annual early spring concert on Saturday, 7 March, at St John’s Church, Newbury.
This year’s concert, titled Sea & Spirit, offers an inspiring musical journey celebrating the calm beauty of the sea and the deep sense of connection that music brings to nature, to faith and to one another.
A special highlight of the evening will be the appearance of renowned mezzo-soprano Rebecca Outram. Rebecca has sung at the BBC Proms, Wigmore Hall and St Paul’s Cathedral, and has made numerous recordings for major classical labels. Her expressive voice and warm stage presence promise to add something truly memorable to the concert.
Directed by Janet Coxwell and accompanied by Steve Bowey, the choir has a gorgeous programme in store, which includes Cecilia McDowall’s beautiful Ave Maris Stella, Jonathan Dove’s radiant Seek Him that maketh the Seven Stars, and two popular works by Sir John Rutter: the joyful Feel the Spirit and the much-loved Look at the World. Also featured are Bob Chilcott’s moving In the Heart of the World and Aaron Copland’s dramatic In the Beginning.
Doors will open in readiness for a 7.30pm start and tickets, priced at £17.50 for adults and £5 for under 18s, are available from the choir’s website below or by calling 07775 743 445.
This year’s concert, titled Sea & Spirit, offers an inspiring musical journey celebrating the calm beauty of the sea and the deep sense of connection that music brings to nature, to faith and to one another.
A special highlight of the evening will be the appearance of renowned mezzo-soprano Rebecca Outram. Rebecca has sung at the BBC Proms, Wigmore Hall and St Paul’s Cathedral, and has made numerous recordings for major classical labels. Her expressive voice and warm stage presence promise to add something truly memorable to the concert.
Directed by Janet Coxwell and accompanied by Steve Bowey, the choir has a gorgeous programme in store, which includes Cecilia McDowall’s beautiful Ave Maris Stella, Jonathan Dove’s radiant Seek Him that maketh the Seven Stars, and two popular works by Sir John Rutter: the joyful Feel the Spirit and the much-loved Look at the World. Also featured are Bob Chilcott’s moving In the Heart of the World and Aaron Copland’s dramatic In the Beginning.
Doors will open in readiness for a 7.30pm start and tickets, priced at £17.50 for adults and £5 for under 18s, are available from the choir’s website below or by calling 07775 743 445.
Saturday 7 March
St John’s Church, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 7PY
Doors will open in readiness for a 7.30pm start and tickets, priced at £17.50 for adults and £5 for under 18s, are available from the choir’s website or by calling 07775 743 445.
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