St Peter's Singers
St Peter's Singers at St Mary's Church, Whitkirk, LS15 0AA, LEEDS
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About the show
Discover the rich, uplifting power of live choral music with in a varied concert of a cappella masterpieces in the historic setting of St Mary’s Church, Whitkirk.
Perfect for both long-time classical enthusiasts and anyone curious to experience choral music for the first time, this performance brings together a beautiful mix of secular and sacred pieces. The evening highlights the soaring melodies and poignant harmonies of English and German Romantic traditions, featuring the accessible warmth of Vaughan Williams’ Linden Lea and Stanford’s The Blue Bird, alongside the stirring passion of Brahms and Hubert Parry’s deeply moving Songs of Farewell. Completed by the serene devotions of Bruckner and Déodat de Séverac, this concert offers an inviting and deeply rewarding musical experience for every listener.
The performance lasts approximately 90 minutes, including a short interval where refreshments will be served.
Featuring - St Peter's Singers
St Peter's Singers is a mixed choir of about 40 voices based in the city of Leeds, directed by Alex Woodrow. For 50 years the singers have enjoyed a close relationship with Leeds Minster (formerly Leeds Parish Church ), where many of their concerts and liturgical appearances take place. At the same time, the choir performs at many other venues in and around Leeds, including Leeds Town Hall, St Anne's Roman Catholic Cathedral, St John's and St Oswald's, Guiseley to name but a few.