Tenebrae

A Prayer for Deliverance

Sanders Theatre

Sat. March 14, 8:00 PM

Described as “phenomenal” (The Times) and “devastatingly beautiful” (Gramophone), award-winning choir Tenebrae, based in London, is one of the world’s leading vocal ensembles. Passion and precision are the core values that guide Tenebrae and Artistic Director Nigel Short. The group gives audiences meditative, memorable, and transporting concert experiences.

Their Boston debut program, A Prayer for Deliverance, mixes iconic choral works with music by some of today’s most exciting composers, centering themes of rest and respite. Joel Thompson’s virtuosic new work, the 15-part showpiece that gives the program its title, is a must-hear highlight.

“Tenebrae’s reputation for ‘passion and precision’ is richly deserved. Their flawless intonation, ensemble cohesion, dynamic power and unwavering commitment to engaging, communicative and persuasive performance are all truly phenomenal. Full marks from me.”
Edinburgh Music Review

Program Details

Works by Gustav Holst, Cecilia McDowall, Francis Pott, Caroline Shaw, Richard Rodney Bennett, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Joel Thompson, John Tavener, Robert Pearsall, Arthur Sullivan, Herbert Howells, William Harris.