Fulham Camerata To Hold Autumn Baroque Choral Showcase
Monteverdi Vespers to be performed in Holy Cross Church
Fulham Camerata
The Fulham Camerata choral group is to perform an autumn concert featuring the sounds of the Italian Baroque period this November.
Combining the voices of around 35 singers with a six-piece string ensemble, the Fulham Camerata will perform the Monteverdi Vespers on Sunday 20 November.
The challenging and emotional work, which is regarded as a masterpiece of the early Baroque period, was originally created to be sung on the feast day of the Virgin Mary, will be sung in Holy Cross Church Fulham, in Ashington Road.
Fulham Camerata music director Harry Castle explained that audience members should ‘expect a complete range of emotions’ throughout the concert, which takes place from 6.30pm to 8.30pm.
Published by Claudio Monteverdi in 1610 when he was choirmaster to the Duke of Mantua in northern Italy, the musical piece includes 13 movements. “From the uplifting Laudate Pueri to the serenely solemn moments of the Magnificat to the haunting echo of Audi Coelum,” described Harry.
The amateur choir will be joined by Fulham Camerata's accompanist, musician Chris Potts, along with tenor soloists Tom Castle and Tom Brooke.
Fulham Camerata with music director Harry Castle in the foreground
Having taken the reins as music director in 2018, Harry added, “It is almost impossible to explain how important ensembles such as Fulham Camerata are, not only to members but to family and friends of members and the local community.”
“Singers from all walks of life gather together and work together for the same goal; to perform the greatest music to the highest standard possible, while having a lot of fun along the way,” he explained.
“We strongly encourage people in the local area to come to our concert next month. It will truly be something to behold!”
Tickets cost £15.60 or £10.60 for concessions and can be purchased at the door or in advance online.
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October 31, 2022