CHRISTMAS WITH SONORO
Wednesday 21 December, 7:30pm at Holy Trinity, Sloane Square, London SW1X 9BZ
In their first London concert since before the pandemic, Sonoro are joined by special guest, writer and actor Andy Hamilton for an evening of festive music and spoken word celebrating the joy of Christmas.
“Classical concerts seldom feel so downright uplifting.” The Scotsman
The programme is comprised almost entirely of works by living composers, and the music will be interspersed with readings by Andy Hamilton. A variety or wonderful choral composers are featured including Cecilia McDowall, Ben Ponniah, Roxanna Panufnik, Nathaniel Dett, Kerensa Briggs and Gabriel Jackson.
Neil Ferris, conductor, says: “We’re so happy to be performing in the beautiful Holy Trinity, Sloane Square and its stunning acoustics, with a carefully and lovingly constructed programme of new music and familiar texts, tunes and festive favourites”.
Andy Hamilton says: "I’m looking forward to joining Sonoro for their Christmas concert. It will be a great way to kick off the seasonal celebrations and really get into the Christmas spirit.”
Tickets are on sale now, with a special Early Bird discount of 20% on all tickets booked before 1 December. There will be a retiring collection in aid of Cancer Research UK.
PROGRAMME
Seán Doherty A nywe werk
Michael Higgins The Angel Gabriel
Kerensa Briggs A tender shoot
Becky McGlade A spotless rose
R. Nathaniel Dett Ave Maria
Gareth Treseder Blessed be that Maid Marie
Ben Ponniah O magnum mysterium
Adolphus Hailstork The Lamb
Fintan O’Carroll Suantraí ár Slánaitheora
Bob Chilcott Pilgrim Jesus
Cecilia McDowall Now may we singen
Gabriel Jackson Hush! my dear
Avril Coleridge-Taylor The Shepherd
Michael Higgins Coventry Carol
John Rutter Candlelight Carol
Will Todd My Lord has come
Roxanna Panufnik Jesus Christ is born
Adolphe Adam O Holy Night
Michael Higgins Silent night
Stuart Nicholson Ding dong! merrily on high
Andy Hamilton is one of Britain’s best loved comedy performers and writers. He is known to millions for his appearances on TV shows such as Have I Got News For You and QI. His one-man stage shows have been a sell-out success in venues round England and at the Edinburgh Fringe. Andy has been a frequent panellist on Radio 4’s News Quiz, I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue and Just a Minute. Since 1995 he has starred as Satan in his own award-winning Radio 4 sitcom Old Harry’s Game.
Together with Guy Jenkin he created, wrote, and directed the BBC1 hit sitcom Outnumbered, ITV’s Kate & Koji and the classic Channel 4 TV sitcom Drop the Dead Donkey. Andy’s latest novel, Longhand, published in his handwriting, is now available in paperback. He is also the voice of Dr Elephant, the dentist in Peppa Pig.
Sonoro, one of the country’s foremost ensembles, have gained recognition for their warmth of tone, colour and blend.
Combining a passion for excellence in choral music and choral education, Sonoro have rolled out education projects, side-by-side performances, conducting masterclasses and new commissions that have gained significant recognition.
“A rich, robust texture, abundant in vibrant colour and undoubted excitement.” The Guardian
Their performing programme has included appearances at internationally renowned festivals and concert halls, including the St Magnus International Festival, Orkney, the Wimbledon International Music Festival and King’s Place, London and in St Gallen, Switzerland.
“Outstandingly refreshing.” BBC Music Magazine
Their album Christmas with Sonoro was Christmas choice in the BBC Music Magazine in 2018, which followed on from their critically acclaimed debut Passion and Polyphony featuring works of James MacMillan and Frank Martin.
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