Sunday, October 24, 2010 at 3 p.m.
Kaffeemusik: 500 Years of English Song
A musical tour of England through the ages! Starting with the Golden Age, we’ll visit Renaissance tunesmiths Tallis and Weelkes, Restoration charmers Blow and Purcell, Harris and Howells in the 20th century, and wind up with the modern genius of choral music, Benjamin Britten. English song, a unique blend of melody and poetry, delights both ear and heart.
Saturday, December 4, 2010 at 8 p.m.
O Magnum Mysterium
The mystery of Christmas is movingly expressed by early Italian composers. Three of the greatest dominate this concert: Palestrina, once choirmaster at St. Peter’s in Rome; Monteverdi , with his daringly expressive harmonies; and most famous of all, Vivaldi, the “red priest.” Welcome the season with Hodie Christus, Magnificat, O magnum mysterium and more.
Opening Notes • 7 p.m.
Saturday, April 2, 2011 at 8 p.m.
Josquin: Motets and Chansons
Five centuries after his lifetime, Josquin is still greatly admired as the first master of high Renaissance polyphonic vocal music. The choir will showcase this most prolific – but mysteriously elusive – of composers. We hope you’ll be thrilled by Missa Pange Lingua, touched by Absalon, fili mi and amused by El Grillo (The Cricket).
Opening Notes • 7 p.m.
Sunday, May 15, 2011 at 3 p.m.
Kaffeemusik: Bach and Numerology
J.S Bach embraced all kinds of symbolism, but few of his admirers know why he was so fascinated by numerology. Our music director has a key to the mystery, and he promises to let you in on it this afternoon. Among other musical clues, you’ll hear the wonderful cantata Christ lag in Todesbanden. Be the first to know!
Afternoon Kaffeemusiks
A mix of expert and entertaining commentary from our Music Director with music sung by the choir. Coffee, tea and home baking follow.
Evening Concerts
Full-length performances with guest soloists and instrumentalists featuring rare choral masterpieces from the Renaissance and Baroque periods – sacred or secular, always special.
Opening Notes
Pre-concert talks with musical demonstrations give insight into the music in our evening concerts.
Programmes and artists are subject to change without notice.
For a downloadable PDF version of the 2010-11 Season Brochure:
Brochure page 1 (Includes order form)
Brochure page 2 (Includes ticket information)
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The [choir] was in top form, the balance between its sections excellent, the technique secure and the tone lovely.
— The Globe and Mail