Since it was published in 1611, the King James Version of the Bible has provided inspiration for composers, encouraging them to match the beauty of its language with exquisite musical settings. The London Oriana Choir celebrates this major cultural legacy with a programme of music taken from four centuries, including works by Elgar, Byrd, Gibbons, Tallis, Purcell, Walton, Britten, Vaughan... [read more]

Since it was published in 1611, the King James Version of the Bible has provided inspiration for composers, encouraging them to match the beauty of its language with exquisite musical settings. The London Oriana Choir celebrates this major cultural legacy with a programme of music taken from four centuries, including works by Elgar, Byrd, Gibbons, Tallis, Purcell, Walton, Britten, Vaughan Williams, Parry and Finzi.
Tickets £8-£22
Book now through the St Martin-in-the-Fields Box Office http://enterprise.smitf.org/jserv/concerts/view.jsp?id=3709&command=concert or call 020 7766 1100