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Evensong
16 February @ 16:00 - 16:45
Free
With music by Judith Weir and Libby Larsen, we invite you to a quiet and meditative moment for all the senses with traditional Evensong. Judith Weir, one of the most prominent British composers of our time, created her interpretation of the Magnificat and Nunc dimittis for the St John’s College Choir in Cambridge. Her work captures both the depth of the text and the reverence of the liturgy.
The American composer Libby Larsen contributes with her work I am a little church, based on e. e. cummings’ poetic reflection on faith and existence. The composition aims to depict the place of faith beyond human boundaries.
Evensong, or evening song, has been celebrated in the Anglican Church since the 1500s. The service is held at sunset to mark the end of the day. The core of the service consists of the Psalms and the great New Testament canticles – the Song of Mary (Magnificat) and the Song of Simeon (Nunc dimittis). Most of the service is sung by the choir, but the congregation is invited to participate in prayers and hymns.
An Evensong where tradition and modern musical expression meet!
Program
Joanna Forbes L’Estrange Preces and Responses
Judith Weir Magnificat & Nunc dimittis
Libby Larsen I am a little church
Errollyn Wallen Tiger
Stockholm Cathedral Singers
Mattias Wager organ
Johan Hammarström conductor
Please note that no large bags, backpacks, suitcases, or strollers are allowed inside the church!
Storkyrkan – Stockholm Cathedral is situated in Old Town just beside the Royal Castle. Underground: Old Town or bus to Slottsbacken
Unfortunately, it is not allowed to photograph, film or take up sound during our concerts.
Doors open 30 minutes before the concert starts. Late entry will not be permitted after the concert begins. Please be aware that restroom facilities are limited.