Chorus to give concert in cathedral
Published Date:
11 July 2008
By Staff Copy
HIGHLY-acclaimed Leeds Festival Chorus, which is celebrating its 150th anniversary this year, is giving a concert of French Choral Glories in Ripon Cathedral tomorrow at 7.30pm.
The 170-strong Leeds Festival Chorus is accompanied by the York Guildhall Orchestra in performances of Fauré’s Requiem and Poulenc’s Gloria.
Soprano soloist is Sophie Bevan, and the baritone is Paul Gibson from Opera North.
The concert will be conducted by Simon Wright, the well-known aonductor and artistic adviser of the Leeds Festival Chorus and also principal conductor of the York Guildhall Orchestra.
“We always look forward to our concerts in Ripon’s wonderful cathedral and are pleased to support its Music Foundation,” said Simon.
Tickets for the Ripon concert are £15 - £20 (with concessions) available from Ripon Travel, 5 Kirkgate, Ripon on 01765 601689.
The full article contains 142 words and appears in Advertiser Weekend newspaper.
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Last Updated:
03 July 2008 4:10 PM
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Source:
Advertiser Weekend
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Location:
Harrogate
