Come & Sing

Seven Last Words:

E​aster Motets from Fayrfax to Messiaen

Saturday 15 February 2025

St Andrew’s Church, Linton Road, Oxford OX2 6UH

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The season of Passiontide has inspired composers throughout the ages to produce some of their most heartfelt and moving works. This Come & Sing is a unique chance to engage with and perform Easter motets spanning 500 years. The works for the day are:

 

Fayrfax: Seven Last Words

Gesualdo: In Monte Oliveti

Messiaen: O sacrum convivium

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Our Musical Director for the day is David Crown, one of the UK's leading choral conductors. A renowned bass himself, David is expert at giving not only excellent musical direction to choirs but also exploring and improving vocal technique. Under his inspired leadership vOx has made a speciality of singing a capella works from the Renaissance to contemporary composers and this is reflected in the three very different pieces at the Come & Sing.

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The day begins at 10.00 am and finishes with an informal performance for friends and family at 15.15.  We do you'll join us for a rich musical experience ​​

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Click here to download full information sheet with prices, timings and travel details.

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Click here to download the application form.

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Send your completed form to the address provided or simply email it back to: info@vox-choir-oxford.co.uk

 

We look forward to seeing you on 15 Feb.

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