Great Sacred Music: Now the green blade rises: Music for Easter

(Thursday 9th April 2026)

 

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

Lord of the dance – arr. Michael Cayton
Hymn: Jesus Christ is risen today (Easter Hymn)
Alleluia, Christus surrexit – Felico Anerio
Now the green blade risen – arr. Simon Lindley
He is risen – Percy Whitlock
All things new – Elaine Hagenberg
Hymn: Thine be the glory (Maccabeus)
This Joyful Eastertide – arr. Philip Ledger
 

Led by Revd Dr Sam Wells
Performed by St Martin’s Voices
Directed by Olivia Tait 

Accompanied by Gavin Roberts

 

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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