The Sixteen, The Choral Pilgrimage - Hereford Cathedral
About This Event
Hubert Parry’s Songs of Farewell must surely rank among some of the finest choral works ever written. Deeply affected by the First World War, Parry sought poetry that would reflect not only peace and unity and the search for a better world, but also an escape from the horrors of war.
The poems Parry chose to set are sublime, be they metaphysical poetry by John Donne and Henry Vaughan or the aching beauty of Thomas Campion’s verse. Perfectly complementing the rich sonority of Parry’s Songs are three short pieces by Campion, a selection of medieval carols and a new work by Cecilia McDowall.
Admission / Ticket Info:
£10 - 30
Disabled Access:
Hereford Cathedral endeavours to be as accessible as possible, ensuring an equal experience for all visitors, regardless of impairments. Please visit the venue website for further information.
Disabled Facilities:
The main body of Hereford Cathedral is wheelchair accessible. There is a large-print guide to Hereford Cathedral, as well as Braille guides and tactile maps, produced in partnership with the Royal National College for the Blind.
