Rosemary Broadbent
The English choral tradition is rich in celebrations of music and its patroness, giving composers the chance to praise their own art in grand style. Our first study, Purcell’s ode Hail bright Cecilia (1692) is a masterpiece of the genre, full of splendour and display, but also creating a humorous contest for supremacy between the instruments.
Three modern celebrations of the power of music will be the focus for the second morning: Parry’s ode Blest Pair of Sirens, the Serenade to Music by Vaughan Williams, and Benjamin Britten’s Hymn to Saint Cecilia. With poetry by Shakespeare, Milton and W H Auden included, there will be much to discuss in the contrasting styles of these lovely pieces, and in the deeper philosophical meanings embodied in the words.
Thursday October 12th 10am – 12.30pm Purcell
Thursday October 19th 10am – 12.30pm Parry, Vaughan Williams. and Britten
Each morning will consist of two one-hour lecture/discussions delivered via Zoom. There will be a twenty-minute break for coffee, during which the meeting will remain open for informal conversation.
Day: Thursdays Time: 10.00-12.30 BST
VENUE: ZOOM LECTURE
Price for an Individual Lecture:
| Price | Concessions | Minimum No. | Maximum No. |
| £15 | 5 | 24 |
Price for both lectures:
| Price | Concessions | Minimum No. | Maximum No. |
| £27 | 5 | 24 |
Please send bookings and enquiries to:
Rosemary Broadbent, 26 Bowden Lane, Marple, Stockport SK6 6ND
rosemary.broadbent@st-hughs.oxon.org Tel: 07801-491031
Cheques payable to Rosemary Broadbent. Details for bank transfer will be supplied on request. Bookings close one week before each event.
If you are unfamiliar with Zoom, help is available. Please contact the lecturer in advance.