Dear All
We did a lot of work finessing the pieces for Passiontide in yesterday’s rehearsal. They were sounding fantastic by the end. It would be really good if we could keep what we practiced in mind for the next few days, ideally by running through the pieces at home if you have time. Including the Nunc Dimittis which Ben left to us on trust! Practice tracks on repertoire page and recording here.
We also had a look at the Requiem movements, all of which are coming along nicely. The Introitus is sounding solid. For the Kyrie, focus first on mastering entries for three quaver ‘Chris-te e-’ and ‘Kyrie’ and getting the shape and feel of the semi-quaver runs. Keep in mind the weekly reminder to breathe early!
Next week we will work on The Requiem, recapping the Introitus and looking at the Sanctus and Hostias. BRING PENCILS!
Note: next week 19/3, is the LAST REHEARSAL BEFORE EASTER BREAK (back on 16th April). All dates on Calendar page.
When we return on 16th April, and for all of next term, we will be rehearsing in St Mary the Virgin’s Church, Mortlake, while Christ Church undergoes essential electrical work. For those not familiar with St Mary’s, parking may be found on side roads nearby or (usually easier and a short walk away) on the South side of the railway on the roads off South Worple Street. This latter location is, incidentally, en route to the Hare and Hounds Pub on the Upper Richmond Road.
Thank you again to everyone who came to our Come and Sing day and worked to make it such an enjoyable success. There was a great atmosphere on the day and feedback from members and visitors alike was most appreciative and enthusiastic. What a lovely & uplifting way to spend a Saturday! We’ll definitely be doing another one, hopefully in September. More details to follow.
For those who couldn’t make it, here is a little treat from Saturday, both beautiful and instructive (how to sing French), from the wonderful ‘R&B’ duo.
Passiontide Sunday 17th March, Christ Church:
MUSIC: BRING YOUR OWN PRINTED MUSIC – list as follows, links also on repertoire page
TIMINGS:
14:30 Pre-rehearsal focussing on Responses
15:00 Rehearsal proper with CC choir and Tom Coxhead
16:20 Break with refreshments provided
17:00 Service begins
18:00 Service ends (might finish slightly earlier)
DRESS CODE:
No strict dress code, but suits for gents and dark/smart for ladies would be the guide. CC choir will wear robes. The choir do need to process in and out, so comfortable (black) shoes also encouraged.
Music for 19th March (one new Requiem piece):
- Mozart, Requiem
-Introitus
-Kyrie
-Lachrymosa
-Dies Irae
-Hostias
-Sanctus
-Agnus Dei
- Mozart, Titus -Che del ciel
- Mozart, Magic Flute – Finale
- Mozart, Idomeneo – Placido è il Mar
- Mozart, Ave Verum
Local Singing Events:
Two local singing events you may be interested in:
Scratch Concert Mozart’s Requiem, information / booking link here:
Scratch performance of Mozart’s Requiem at The Royal Albert Hall , 12th May 2024
Run by Really Big Chorus, performance at 7 pm with two rehearsals the same day and compulsory attendance at both. One at 12 noon to 1.30 and the other 3.30-5 pm (one with the orchestra). Sue Eustace spotted this (thank you!) and has spoken to organisers who confirmed they still have availability for all parts though only high up circle seats left for the altos.
Would be a great opportunity for a practice run for our concert for anyone who can make it.
Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered flyer here:
Two days of fabulous choral music making at St Margaret’s Putney, Fri 19th July & Sat 20th July