Choir Of King's College
The Choir of King’s College, Cambridge is the pre-eminent representative of the British church music tradition. This legendary choir showcases the best choral masterworks from the Renaissance to present day.
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“astounding precision, immaculate blend and balance, exceptional clarity of articulation and excellent diction…captivating mix of joyous celebration and devotional reverence.”
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The Choir of King’s College, Cambridge
Founded in the fifteenth century, the Choir of King’s College, Cambridge is arguably the world’s most famous choir and the pre-eminent representative of the British church music tradition. Their distinctively pure tone has been honed over centuries in the vaulted stone arches of the College Chapel. Comprising 16 boys (the youngest aged seven) and 15 male university students, the Choir remains a major force by balancing unmatched history and tradition with continual growth and adventurous programming. The repertoire in these programs reflects this breadth by showcasing pieces from the Renaissance to the present day. These performances are especially poignant, marking the Choir’s final tour with Stephen Cleobury, after 37 distinguished years as Director.
Program
PURCELL I Was Glad
- Thy word is a lantern
- Remember not, Lord, our offences
- Jehovah, quam multi sunt hostes mei
Ross EDWARDS New Work (World Premiere)*
FINZI Lo, the full, final sacrifice
WESLEY The Wilderness
MENDELSSOHN Organ Sonata no 3: Mvt I
STANFORD For lo, I raise up
Lennox BERKELEY The Lord is my Shepherd
PARRY I Was Glad
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