Great Sacred Music: George Herbert
(Thursday 22nd February 2024)
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Including works by Kenneth Leighton, Bob Chilcott and Cecilia McDowall.
Solo: A grateful heart – Mary Plumstead
Hymn: Teach me, my God, and King
Choir: Rise heart; thy Lord is risen – Cecilia McDowall
Choir: Even-Song – Bob Chilcott
Choir: Love bade me welcome – Judith Weir
Hymn: The God of love my shepherd is
Choir: Let all the world – Sally Albrecht
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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