Great Sacred Music: Benjamin Britten
(Thursday 20th November 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.
Hymn of St Columba – Britten
Hymn: Morning glory, starlit sky
Hymn to St Cecilia – Britten
Hymn: Angel voices ever singing
Jubilate in C – Britten
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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