Tenebrae by Candlelight

Experience the unforgettable sound of Tenebrae in an atmospheric candlelit concert that spans more than 450 years of sacred choral music. From the rich Renaissance sounds of Orlando de Lassus and Orlando Gibbons to the luminous contemporary voices of Caroline Shaw, Joanna Marsh and Owain Park, this programme traces a journey through reflection, prayer and transcendence. At its heart are two extraordinary settings of Psalm 51 - Allegri’s timeless masterpiece Miserere mei, Deus, renowned for its soaring beauty, and James MacMillan’s powerful and deeply expressive modern interpretation, Miserere. Alongside these iconic works are cherished favourites including Tavener’s ethereal Funeral Ikos, Rachmaninov’s radiant Heruvimskaya pesn, and Philip Moore’s confronting Morning Prayers. Woven together with plainsong and music inspired by ancient sacred texts, Tenebrae by Candlelight offers a moving and contemplative evening of choral music, performed by one of the world’s leading vocal ensembles and directed by Nigel Short in the warm glow of candlelight. Programme: Orlando de Lassus Musica Dei donum Plainchant Pange lingua Philip Moore Morning Prayers Caroline Shaw and the swallow Owain Park Beati quorum via Orlando Gibbons arr. Christian Forshaw Drop, drop slow tears Gregorio Allegri Miserere, mei Deus INTERVAL John Tavener Funeral Ikos Joanna Marsh In Winter’s House Owain Park Caelos ascendit hodie Sergei Rachmaninov Heruvimskaya pesn Pavel Chesnokov Svyete tihi James MacMillan Miserere The concert will last approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, including a 20 minute interval. Please see the seating chart above for information on the location of ticket bands. Please note that tickets are unreserved within bands and are allocated on a first come, first served basis. For £10 student tickets or concessions, get in touch with us directly at [email protected]. Please find a map of the school grounds below, with information on where to park and how to access the chapel. If you have any access requirements, please get in touch with us at [email protected].