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City of Leicester Singers

Saturday 25th April, 2026, 7.30pm

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REQUIEM (RUTTER)
GLORIA (POULENC)

This Concert features two of the foremost choral works of the second half of the 20th century. Both are by European composers but both received their first performances in the USA.

The Requiem by John Rutter was first performed in Dallas, Texas in 1985 and The Gloria by Francis Poulenc was first performed in Boston Massachusetts in 1961. Both are written for a four part Choir and Soprano soloist and the soloist with The City of Leicester Singers will be Ruth Provost.

Conducted by Richard Archer.
Organist: John Pye

Tickets £12, under 16s free, are available:
From choir members, www.cityofleicestersingers.co.uk or on the door on the day of the concert

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Ex Cathedra

Saturday 16th May, 2026, 7.00pm

RACHMANINOFF VESPERS

Ex Cathedra Chior conducted by Jeffrey Skidmore

Martha McLorinan (mezzo soprano)
James Robinson (tenor)
Simone Rebello (bells)

Powerful, passionate, hypnotic - in a time of turmoil and at the height of his powers, Rachmaninoff turned to the choral heritage he held dear, and created his awe-inspiring All-Night Vigil - better known as the Vespers.

This masterpiece of unaccompanied choral writing is a radiant tapestry of ancient chant and lush Romantic harmony. From its hushed opening prayer to its triumphant final blessing, the work moves with deep spiritual intensity and overwhelming emotional sweep.

With mesmeric melodies - and some of the lowest notes you'll ever hear sung - it is beloved by audiences and singers alike.