Great Sacred Music: An Advent Sequence

(Thursday 4th December 2025)

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A sequence to speak to heart, head and soul, exploring through songs and readings the great classical music of our religious heritage.

O come, O come, Emmanuel – arr. John Rutter
Hymn: Come thou long-expected Jesus
Adam lay y bounden – Vicente Chavarría
A tender shoot – Charlotte Baskerville
There is no rose – Robert Sharpe
Hymn: Lo, he comes with clouds descending
People, look East – Christopher Steel

Led by Revd Dr Sam Well
Performed by St Martin’s Voices
Directed by Andrew Earis

 

With thanks to the donors of the Spirit of St Martin’s Campaign for supporting this season of Great Sacred Music.

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