A Babe is Born
Christ Church Cathedral, High Street, Dublin 2
8 December 2019
Programme
Eoghan Desmond —Sir Cristemas, The Morning Star
William Byrd —Puer natus est nobis, Viderunt omnes
Arvo Pärt —Magnificat
William Byrd —Hodie Christus natus est
Eoghan Desmond —I sing of a maiden, Verbum caro factum est
Tomás Luis de Victoria Alma —Redemptoris mater, O magnum mysterium, Salve Regina
Eoghan Desmond—Coventry Carol, A Babe is Born
Performers
Chamber Choir Ireland
Paul Hillier—Conductor
To get the festive season off to a lilting start, join Chamber Choir Ireland under conductor Paul Hillier for A Babe is Born, taking place in the stunning surrounds of Christ Church Cathedral this December.
Paul Hillier has once again crafted a beautiful seasonal programme including the world-premiere performance of a series of carols written by Eoghan Desmond for this occasion. The programme will also feature festive works by Arvo Pärt, William Byrd and Tomás Luis de Victoria, resulting in a unique Christmas experience.
Early booking is advised to avoid disappointment!
This programme presents the first performance of Sir Cristemas, The Morning Star, I sing of a maiden, and Verbum caro factum est by Eoghan Desmond, which were specially commissioned by Chamber Choir Ireland for this occasion.