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The Sixteen's Choral Pilgrimage: A Watchful Gaze

Celebrating 400 Years of William Byrd's Music

The Sixteen's Choral Pilgrimage: A Watchful Gaze
The Sixteen’s 2023 Choral Pilgrimage tour celebrates the work of one of choral music’s most treasured composers, William Byrd. 400 years after his death, his music still moves, inspires, and has relevance in today’s world.

This concert will explore some of his most emotional works, introducing the music of his influences and colleagues, and bringing his legacy firmly into the modern day with the world premiere of two beautiful pieces by Dobrinka Tabakova.

The Sixteen (Choir Only)
Harry Christophers (Conductor)


  • date Sun, 9 July 2023
  • location York Minster
  • time 8:00pm
  • ticket £15-£35

Full Event Details

The Sixteen’s 2023 Choral Pilgrimage tour celebrates the work of one of choral music’s most treasured composers, William Byrd. 400 years after his death, his music still moves, inspires, and has relevance in today’s world.

This concert will explore some of his most emotional works, introducing the music of his influences and colleagues, and bringing his legacy firmly into the modern day with the world premiere of two beautiful pieces by Dobrinka Tabakova.

The Sixteen (Choir Only)
Harry Christophers (Conductor)

Venue Details & Map

Location

York Minster
Precentors Court, York, YO1 7AB, United Kingdom


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