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KCS Autumn 2022 Concert Poster
Venetian Splendour comes to Kingston
On 19th November All Saints Church, Kingston, KT1 1JP will resound to the rich polyphony of Claudio Monteverdi and his musical followers when Kingston Choral Society presents Venetian Vespers for the Ascension.
The feast of the Ascension (Fèsta de la Sènsa) was, and remains, a major public celebration of Venice’s glory. It culminates in the renewal of the ritual marriage between the city and the sea, as a symbolic gold ring is thrown into the lagoon. This delightful ‘fantasy’ vespers, devised by Andrew Griffiths, brings together music from Monteverdi’s later publications with sumptuous motets by other composers, reflecting both the religious and the political pomp of this lavish festival.
The evening offers a rare local opportunity to hear the country’s finest period musicians. The Monteverdi String Band and the English Cornett and Sackbut ensemble will accompany the choir, which is conducted by Andrew Griffiths. The eight soloists include members of the highly acclaimed early music vocal ensemble, Stile Antico.
Doors open 6.45pm. Open rehearsal 2.30pm
Programme:
Andrea Gabrieli:Vieni,vieni Himeneo
Croce: Deus in adiutorium
Monteverdi: Dixit Dominus II
Croce: Percussit Saul
Monteverdi: Confitebor III
Monteverdi: Beatus vir
Giovanni Gabrieli: Omnes Gentes
Giovanni Gabrieli: Udite, chiari e generosi figli
Monteverdi: Laudate pueri I
Monteverdi: Laudate Dominum III
Degli Grifoni/Vecchi: Salutis humanae Sator
Monteverdi: Magnificat Primo
Choir: Kingston Choral Society
Orchestra: The Monteverdi String Band and the English Cornett and Sackbut Ensemble
Soloists: Helen Ashby, Kate Ashby (soprano), Emma Ashby, Carla Curran (alto), Jonathan Hanley, Benedict Hymas (tenor), James Arthur, Jimmy Holliday (bass).
Conductor: Andrew Griffiths
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