God Save the Queens
23rd May 2020
A right royal celebration of music composed for the ruling queens of England – Elizabeth I and II, Mary, Anne and Victoria. Includes music by Purcell (Clockwork Orange), Handel (Harry and Meghan’s wedding), Britten (Gloriana Dances) and some pomp and ceremonious playing from trumpeter Thomas Eaves, organist Daniel Cooper and brass-playing companions.
Conducted by Philip Norman.
Venue: St Mary’s pro-Cathedral, 373 Manchester St, Christchurch
Dido and Aeneas and The Pleasure Garden
5th September 2020
From the sublime to the ridiculous. This event offers concert presentations of two operas – Purcell's timeliness Dido and Aeneas, and the Christchurch premiere of the sharp-witted The Pleasure Garden (libretto by AK Grant and music by Philipp Norman): all about the Christchuch City Council and a certain controversial art purchase.
Venue: The Piano, 156 Armagh St, Christchurch