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Great Sacred Music: Gerard Manley Hopkins

Gerard Manley Hopkins

Exploring the poetry of Gerard Manley Hopkins, including choral settings of his poems Heaven-Haven and God’s Grandeur.

Led by Sarah Maxted
Performed by St Martin’s Voices
Directed by Andrew Earis

A 35-minute sequence to speak to heart, head and soul, exploring through songs and readings the great classical music of our religious heritage.

Free entry. A retiring collection is taken to support the work of St Martin-in-the-Fields.

This event is part of our music programme at St Martin’s, embracing concerts, music in worship, our innovative Great Sacred Music series as well as an exciting range of broadcasts, recordings and podcasts.

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Great Sacred Music: William Wilberforce

William Wilberforce

Marking the anniversary of the birth of William Wilberforce, English politician, philanthropist, and a leader of the movement to stop the slave trade.

Led by Revd Dr Sam Wells
Performed by St Martin’s Voices
Directed by Andrew Earis

A 35-minute sequence to speak to heart, head and soul, exploring through songs and readings the great classical music of our religious heritage.

Free entry. A retiring collection is taken to support the work of St Martin-in-the-Fields.

Listen to Great Sacred Music podcasts

Great Sacred Music: Vivaldi Gloria

Vivaldi Gloria

Exploring Vivaldi’s much loved choral work.

Led by Revd Dr Sam Wells
Performed by St Martin’s Voices
Directed by Andrew Earis

A 35-minute sequence to speak to heart, head and soul, exploring through songs and readings the great classical music of our religious heritage.

Free entry. A retiring collection is taken to support the work of St Martin-in-the-Fields.

Listen to Great Sacred Music podcasts

Great Sacred Music: Beauty, Truth and Goodness: Goodness

Beauty, Truth and Goodness: Goodness

The third in a three-part series exploring Beauty, Truth and Goodness, including settings of Desmond Tutu’s prayer Goodness is stronger than evil.

Led by Revd Dr Sam Wells
Performed by St Martin’s Voices
Directed by Andrew Earis

A 35-minute sequence to speak to heart, head and soul, exploring through songs and readings the great classical music of our religious heritage.

Free entry. A retiring collection is taken to support the work of St Martin-in-the-Fields.

Listen to Great Sacred Music podcasts

Great Sacred Music: The Stars and Stripes Forever

The Stars and Stripes Forever

Marking US Independence Day, including Randall Thompson’s Alleluia.

Led by Revd Dr Sam Wells
Performed by St Martin’s Voices
Directed by Andrew Earis

A 35-minute sequence to speak to heart, head and soul, exploring through songs and readings the great classical music of our religious heritage.

Free entry. A retiring collection is taken to support the work of St Martin-in-the-Fields.

Listen to Great Sacred Music podcasts

Great Sacred Music: The Glories of Venice

The Glories of Venice

Exploring the music of Venice, including movements from Vivaldi’s Gloria and Magnificat.

Led by Revd Dr Sam Wells
Performed by St Martin’s Voices
Directed by Andrew Earis

A 35-minute sequence to speak to heart, head and soul, exploring through songs and readings the great classical music of our religious heritage.

Free entry. A retiring collection is taken to support the work of St Martin-in-the-Fields.

Listen to Great Sacred Music podcasts

Great Sacred Music: Nelson Mandela

Nelson Mandela

Marking the 100th anniversary of the birth of former South African anti-apartheid leader and President Nelson Mandela.

Led by Revd Dr Sam Wells
Performed by St Martin’s Voices
Directed by Andrew Earis

A 35-minute sequence to speak to heart, head and soul, exploring through songs and readings the great classical music of our religious heritage.

Free entry. A retiring collection is taken to support the work of St Martin-in-the-Fields.

Listen to Great Sacred Music podcasts

Great Sacred Music: World Environment Day

World Environment Day

Marking World Environment Day, with musical setting of the Book of Genesis, including music by Haydn.

Led by Revd Dr Sam Wells
Performed by St Martin’s Voices
Directed by Andrew Earis

A 35-minute sequence to speak to heart, head and soul, exploring through songs and readings the great classical music of our religious heritage.

Free entry. A retiring collection is taken to support the work of St Martin-in-the-Fields.

Listen to Great Sacred Music podcasts

Great Sacred Music: Beauty, Truth and Goodness: Beauty

Beauty, Truth and Goodness: Beauty

The first in a three-part series exploring Beauty, Truth and Goodness, including Rutter’s All things bright and beautiful.

Led by Revd Dr Sam Wells
Performed by St Martin’s Voices
Directed by Andrew Earis

A 35-minute sequence to speak to heart, head and soul, exploring through songs and readings the great classical music of our religious heritage.

Free entry. A retiring collection is taken to support the work of St Martin-in-the-Fields.

Listen to Great Sacred Music podcasts

Great Sacred Music: Beauty, Truth and Goodness: Truth

Beauty, Truth and Goodness: Truth

The second in a three-part series exploring Beauty, Truth and Goodness, including Vaughan Williams’ Valiant for Truth.

Led by Revd Dr Sam Wells
Performed by St Martin’s Voices
Directed by Andrew Earis

A 35-minute sequence to speak to heart, head and soul, exploring through songs and readings the great classical music of our religious heritage.

Free entry. A retiring collection is taken to support the work of St Martin-in-the-Fields.

Listen to Great Sacred Music podcasts