Christmas Music By Candlelight 2024
Synopsis
Immerse yourself in the serene embrace of this popular, atmospheric concert – where hushed anticipation and spellbinding seasonal music fills the air, and the 10 singers are enveloped in the soft glow of candlelight. Ex Cathedra perform a seamless sequence of Christmas favourites, little-known gems and gorgeous new music, interspersed with a selection of readings, to explore the magic, mystery – and humour – of the season.
Early booking is advised to avoid disappointment.
Programme includes:
Gentle Flame Liz Dilnot Johnson
O come, O come, Emmanuel French C13th
My Lord has come Will Todd
Away in a manger Kirkpatrick arr. Willcocks
My Guardian Angel Judith Weir
The Lamb John Tavener
Sans Day Carol John Gould
While shepherds watched their flocks (Ilkley Moor)
Joy in the morning John Joubert
Gaudete! 1582 arr. Skidmore
Coventry Carol 1591 ed. Savan
Stars Eriks Esenvalds
Ring out wild bells world premiere Liz Dilnot Johnson
Love is come again Alec Roth
Running time: Approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes (including an interval)
Refreshments will be available to purchase.
CHRISTMAS MUSIC BY CANDELIGHT will take place at St James the Greater, 216 London Road, Leicester, LE2 1NE.
Tickets
£15 – £39*
Under 18s & Students: £5
Aged 18-30: £15
20% discount for Groups 10+
20% discount and two complimentary tickets for Groups 20+
Designated wheelchair spaces and free companion tickets are available. Please call our Box Office team on 0116 242 3595 to book these.
*Discounts are subject to availability and may be removed at any time. Only valid on certain performances - terms and conditions apply.
Credits & Acknowledgments
EX CATHEDRA Consort
Conductor Jeffrey Skidmore