A Venetian Vespers for Ascension
St Paul's Church Knightsbridge, SW1X 8SH , [Venue Details]The English Cornett & Sackbut Ensemble and the Monteverdi String Band join chamber choir Londinium, conducted by Andrew Griffiths, to bring to life the sumptuous sounds of early Baroque Venice in music by Monteverdi and others.
The 'Fèsta de ła Sènsa' was a major celebration of Venice’s glory, as the Doge and his elaborate flotilla sailed out into the lagoon to throw a gold ring into the water, renewing the ritual marriage between the city and the sea. To conjure the spirit of this splendid occasion, Andrew Griffiths and Londinium recreate a grand service of Vespers, including a Magnificat and five psalms by the incomparable Claudio Monteverdi, and perform lavish madrigals and motets by Andrea Gabrieli, Giovanni Gabrieli, Giovanni Croce and others appropriate to the secular festivities. Two of the world's leading period instrument groups - the English Cornett & Sackbut Ensemble and the Monteverdi String Band - join the choir for this concert.
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Max: £25.00
Performer name: Londinium, Andrew Griffiths
Other key names: English Cornett & Sackbut Ensemble, Monteverdi String Band
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A Venetian Vespers for Ascension
Saturday, 16 May 2026 @7.30pm
St Paul's Church Knightsbridge, SW1X 8SHMore Information
The English Cornett & Sackbut Ensemble and the Monteverdi String Band join chamber choir Londinium, conducted by Andrew Griffiths, to bring to life the sumptuous sounds of early Baroque Venice in music by Monteverdi and others.
The 'Fèsta de ła Sènsa' was a major celebration of Venice’s glory, as the Doge and his elaborate flotilla sailed out into the lagoon to throw a gold ring into the water, renewing the ritual marriage between the city and the sea. To conjure the spirit of this splendid occasion, Andrew Griffiths and Londinium recreate a grand service of Vespers, including a Magnificat and five psalms by the incomparable Claudio Monteverdi, and perform lavish madrigals and motets by Andrea Gabrieli, Giovanni Gabrieli, Giovanni Croce and others appropriate to the secular festivities. Two of the world's leading period instrument groups - the English Cornett & Sackbut Ensemble and the Monteverdi String Band - join the choir for this concert.
Admission
Min: £10.00
Max: £25.00
Performer name: Londinium, Andrew Griffiths
Other key names: English Cornett & Sackbut Ensemble, Monteverdi String Band
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