This passiontide, we welcome back the The Facade Ensemble for a reflective concert: Jesus’ Blood: Hymns and Variations for Holy Week

The Facade Ensemble will celebrate the 80th birthday of composer Gavin Bryars with a rare opportunity to hear his immense work, Jesus’ Blood Never Failed Me Yet. Composed for pre-recorded tape and string/vocal ensemble and known to move listeners to tears, it weaves live music around a recording of an unknown homeless man singing. Alongside this will be Arvo Pärt’s powerful Stabat Mater and a chance to hear what happens when John Cage gets his hands on a hymn book in Hymns and Variations.

Programme Title

Jesus’ Blood: Hymns and Variations for Holy Week

Repertoire

WM Billings – Hymn (Heath)

John Cage – Hymns & Variations

Arvo Pärt – Stabat Mater

John Cage – Five

Gavin Bryars – Jesus’ Blood

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