Sinfonia Smith Square—formerly known as St John’s Smith Square—is one of London’s most distinguished concert venues, situated in a quiet Georgian square in the heart of Westminster. Housed in a magnificent Grade I-listed Baroque church, it combines exceptional architecture, a celebrated acoustic and a long-standing commitment to classical music. The building has been welcoming performers and audiences since 1969 and remains an important part of the capital’s concert life.
When David Heard
Smith Square Hall,
London, Great Britain
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7:30 PM
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Important Info
Type: Classical Concert
City: London, Great Britain
Starts at: 19:30
Duration:
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Programme
Overview
Experience a captivating voyage of contrasts as The Purcell Singers fill a candlelit chamber with aching lamentations, radiant hope, and shimmering harmonies. From Whitacre’s heart-stopping refrains and Brahms’ sonorous warmth to Kõrvits’ nocturnal dialogues, this a cappella programme will enchant and move you.Step into the hushed warmth of a candlelit hall as The Purcell Singers guide you through an evocative a cappella journey of contrasts. Eric Whitacre’s When David Heard opens with a simple lament, its repeated motifs building into a breathtaking climax of raw emotion. Brahms’ motets follow, their rich Romantic harmonies and masterful counterpoint offering moments of deep introspection. Next, Sandström’s Four Songs of Love unfold in complex divisi, each harmonic layer shimmering with the ecstasy of whispered sighs. Rautavaara’s Missa a cappella then unfolds, its declamatory Gloria and unsettled Credo giving way to the verdant lushness of the Sanctus and the serene beauty of the Agnus Dei. The programme culminates in Kõrvits’ The Night is Darkening Round Me, where a mezzo-soprano soloist and choir engage in an intricate dialogue, weaving fragments of Emily Brontë’s poetry into a sonorous tapestry that paints the descent of dusk. Rich in drama, intimacy, and spiritual depth, this choral programme promises an unforgettable evening of musical brilliance and emotional resonance.
Venue Info
Smith Square Hall - London
Smith Square
Smith Square
Important Info
Type: Classical Concert
City: London, Great Britain
Starts at: 19:30
Duration:
