Two works frame this program of early 20th century English Christmas music: Gerald Finzi’s In terra pax and Gustav Holst’s Christmas Day. The program also features carol arrangements by John Rutter, Harold Darke, and Holst. Written during a time when composers looked to the past for inspiration, their music pays homage to the English holiday tradition through a rich repertoire that speaks to the heart of the Christmas spirit.
Running Time
1 hour, 29 minutes, includes intermission
Doors Open
30 minutes prior to performance
PROGRAM
Anonymous O come, o come Emmanuel
Harold Darke In the bleak midwinter
John Rutter There is a flower
Rutter Nativity Carol
Rutter Somerset Wassail
Gerald Finzi In terra pax
intermission
Rutter Love came down at Christmas
Peter Warlock "Pieds-en-l'air" from Capriol Suite
Warlock Lullaby my Jesus
Herbert Howells A Spotless Rose
Rutter Still, Still, Still
Gustav Holst Christmas Day