A Heavenly Byrd in an Earthly Tree

As we approach the end of the year commemorating William Byrd’s 400^th anniversary (d.1623), BREMF Consort of Voices offer one final Byrd concert celebrating some of his lesser-known seasonal music for voices and viols, alongside English medieval carols and vocal fireworks from the earlier composers John Sheppard and William Cornysh (d.1523).

There is a lot of musical ‘noise’ on the approach to Christmas, and many feel that whether Christmas is a religious or an even more ancient, pagan festival for them, a break from the commercial buzz is an uplifting experience that connects us with the emotions of our ancestors.  Come and join us for an early evening of very lovely music.

Mulled wine and mince pies will be available.

BREMF Consort of Voices
Deborah Roberts director

Ashdown Consort of Viols
Maurice Rogers treble
Marion Pilbeam tenor
Janet Gascoine tenor
Ruth Ridley bass