A Ceremony of Carols!

Cór Linn and Fabre Chamber Choir conducted by Choral Director Ciarán Kelly
​​​​​​​Orlaith Sharkey, accompanist
Naoise Whearity, music assistant
Andreja Malir, harp

Benjamin Britten A Hymn To The Virgin
Benjamin Britten A Ceremony of Carols
John Rutter What Sweeter Music
Philip Stopford Lully Lullay Lulla
Ola Gjeilo A Spotless Rose
Will Todd My Lord Has Come
Philip Stopford For The Beauty Of The Earth

In a reflective, uplifting programme celebrating the wonder and glory of Christmas, Cór Linn will be joined by Dublin-based chamber choir Fabre, performing music by Philip Stopford, John Rutter and Benjamin Britten.

Britten’s A Ceremony of Carols is one of his most beloved choral works, composed in 1942 during a voyage across the Atlantic on a transatlantic ship. Cór Linn with harpist Andreja Malir will perform the SATB arrangement offering rich harmonies, vibrant contrasts, and intricate vocal lines that highlight Britten's skill in creating a dramatic and evocative atmosphere. The work is known for its beauty, variety, and accessibility, making it a beloved piece for choirs during the Christmas season.

Britten’s iconic A Hymn To The Virgin, pieces by John Rutter and Stopford’s magical arrangements including his luminous For the Beauty of the Earth compliment the gorgeous setting of Adam & Eve's on Merchant's Quay.

Presented by NCH