Great Sacred Music: John Henry Newman
(Thursday 20th February 2024)
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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.
They are at rest – Edward Elgar
Hymn: Firmly I believe and truly
Be merciful, be gracious (from ‘Dream of Gerontius’) – Edward Elgar
Lead, kindly light (from Eternal Light: A Requiem) – Howard Goodall
Solitude – James Whitbourn
Hymn: Praise to the holiest in the height
Littlemore tractus – Arvo Pärt
Directed and led by Andrew Earis
Accompanied by Polina Sosnina
Performed by St Martin’s Voices
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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