Christ Church Greenwich presents, “A Ceremony of Carols” by Benjamin Britten. Sung by the St. Cecilia Choir of Girls accompanied by harp on Sunday, December 15, from 5:00 – 6:00 pm.
In-person or livestream via website: christhurchgreenwich.org
Reception to follow.
Benjamin Britten’s A Ceremony of Carols, is a beloved choral masterpiece celebrating the wonder and beauty in a musical journey through the Nativity story. The performance, held in the stunning acoustics of Christ Church’s sanctuary, promises a late afternoon of breathtaking harmonies and reflective celebration.
Photo: Joanne Bouknight
Photo: Joanne Bouknight
During a perilous sea journey from Canada to England amidst World War II, Benjamin wrote the work which sets Middle English poetry to music. With its procession of plainsong themes, dance-like rhythms, and delicate counterpoint, the piece offers multiple unique perspectives on the mystery of Christ’s incarnation. The Ceremony reaches its theological climax with a fierce battle between good and evil, with the music vividly portraying apocalyptic conflict – a reflection of Britten’s own experience at sea. We invite you to immerse yourself in this meditative and mystical celebration of Expectation.
Seating is General Admission and no tickets are required.
Christ Church Greenwich is located at 254 East Putnam Avenue, Greenwich, CT
As one of the leading music programs in the United States, we offer excellence through opportunity. Through regular performances they sing a wide variety of music at Christ Church, elsewhere locally, and through regular visits to English Cathedrals.
Our choirs offer opportunities for those aged four and older. Through our vibrant rehearsals, members learn singing technique, music theory, music history and occasional theology appropriate to the age group. Our most advanced singers receive international accreditation through the Royal School of Church Music awards system, and many alumni go on to sing at universities here and abroad, as well as pursuing careers in music.