With string quartet and instrumentalists
Southampton Philharmonic Choir returns to Turner Sims with the Southampton University Philharmonic Choir, under the direction of David Gibson, to transform the hall into a sanctuary of sound and offer you a concert experience not to be missed. Titled Reflection, this event promises to take the audience on a journey through some of the most evocative choral masterpieces of the 20th and 21st centuries.
The programme will feature a selection of stunning works, chosen to evoke deep emotions and inspire contemplation. Among the highlights are the choral suite from Karl Jenkins' The Armed Man, a stirring mass for peace that resonates with both power and poignancy, and Morten Lauridsen's O Magnum Mysterium and Dirait-on, which capture the sublime through ethereal harmonies and tender melodies.
Listeners will also be treated to Northern Lights by Ola Gjeilo, a composition inspired by the awe-inspiring natural phenomenon of the aurora borealis, and Music of Stillness by Elaine Hagenberg, a serene and contemplative work that invites reflection and tranquility. The programme also includes Hope is the Thing with Feathers by Christopher Tin, Child of Wonder by Eric Whitacre, and Sure on this Shining Night by Samuel Barber, each piece adding its own unique voice to the evening's tapestry of sound.
Join us for this enchanting evening and let the music of Reflection transport you to a place of peace and contemplation. Whether you are a lifelong lover of choral music or discovering it for the first time, this concert is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Tickets
Tickets are priced at £18 (full) and £10 for students and under 18s, and may be purchased online or from the Box Office at Turner Sims – open on Mondays to Fridays between 1.30pm and 4.30pm, and two hours before performances on weekdays and at weekends.
Box office number: 023 8059 5151
Website: turnersims.co.uk
Email address: info@turnersims.co.uk
