The Sixteen & Harry Christophers

‘This day the angels sing on earth’: it isn’t Christmas at Cadogan Hall without Harry Christophers and The Sixteen’s extraordinary, atmospheric seasonal celebration. Christmas is a time for families and old friends – for well-loved tunes and good cheer. But it’s also a time of mystery and wonder: of silent nights, and sounds that echo across centuries. No-one understands that better than Harry Christophers and his world-famous chamber choir The Sixteen, and their annual Christmas celebration is one of the most popular events in the Cadogan Hall calendar. We’re delighted to welcome them back this Yuletide for two nights of beauty, wonder and seasonal joy – a true celebration for all ages. But from medieval carols to visionary modern masterpieces, it all takes its inspiration from the story at the heart of the season: a baby in a stable, surrounded by simply heavenly singing. PROGRAMME Plainsong Salve Regina Eric Whitacre Lux aurumque Traditional Joys Seven Jeremy Dibble Dormi Jesu Kim Porter New commission Ireland New Prince, New Pomp Ribera Vox in Rama Traditional This endris night Alec Roth Lullaby Carol Reena Esmail The Unexpected Early Hour – Lauds (from A Winter Breviary) Interval Margaret Rizza As Joseph was a-walking Parsons Ave Maria Traditional Wexford Carol Kirbye Vox in Rama Rubbra Dormi Jesu Traditional God Rest You Merry, Gentlemen Rose Our Blessed Lady’s Lullaby Victoria Salve Regina a8 PERFORMERS The Sixteen Harry Christophers director