Great Sacred Music: Down by the Riverside
(Thursday 11th January 2024)
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Marking the Baptism of Christ with choral arrangements by Moses Hogan, Bob Chilcott and Rick Modlin.
Led by Revd Dr Sam Wells
Performed by St Martin’s Voices
Directed by Polina Sosnina
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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