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in the gallery – or not?

I went to hear Bath Minerva Choir conducted by Gavin Carr perform their seasonal concert, An English Christmas, in St Swithin’s Church, Walcot. This was the first time I’d been to a concert in this church (I gather that they … Continue reading

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In Terra Pax

A quick round-up of some pieces in the Chandos Singers’ latest concert in mid-December. We (in fact mostly the men) sang a mediæval Gloria. (I’ll fill in the composer’s name when I’m in the same place as the programme). I … Continue reading

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Laved, illumined

I sang these words as part of the rather contrived acrostic hymn for St. Bartholomew at Norwich Cathedral during the Cathedral Chamber Choir’s week there. I joined part way through and so missed such delights as Rose in C minor. … Continue reading

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some panoramic views

I spent last weekend singing with the Cathedral Chamber Choir in High Bradfield Parish Church and Sheffield Cathedral. (Don’t follow these links if your connexion is slow). High Bradfield was arranged for us by the Sheffield people because the Cathedral … Continue reading

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lots of Mags and Nuncs

Some generous birthday presents have helped me to buy the Priory Records complete Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis series in 21 CDs (Disclaimer: I have no financial or other interest in Priory Records). I’ve been listening to all the discs to … Continue reading

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