Thursday 2nd May, Sherborne Abbey

Our 2024 performance opened the Sherborne Abbey Festival, with a great mix of choral music for our concert. We marked the centenary of the death of Fauré with a performance of his lovely setting of the Requiem – a favourite with choirs and audiences alike. The contrasting second half was John Rutter’s lively and colourful setting of the Magnificat, which conjures up the sunshine of Spain and South America and their lively street festivals celebrating the Virgin Mary.

We were joined again by the wonderful players of Chameleon Arts Orchestra, and local soprano Amelia Monaghan, and the performance was conducted by our Musical Director, Paul Ellis.

News about our autumn Come and Sing, and next year’s season, will follow shortly!