One of Jacobean England’s most celebrated composers, Orlando Gibbons died suddenly on 5^th June 1625 in Canterbury, while attending the arrival of Queen Henrietta Maria from France. His choral works, ranging from the famous madrigal The Silver Swan to grand verse and full anthems such as O clap your hands, are hauntingly beautiful and widely sung today.

Join members of St John’s College Chapel Choir in a special Come-and-Sing event commemorating Gibbons’ death, led by James Weeks (Durham University, EXAUDI).

We will rehearse on the evening of Wednesday 4^th June from 7pm-9pm, and then meet the following evening for a short rehearsal followed by an informal performance of some of Gibbons’ best-loved choral works, with readings.

Wednesday 4 June 1900-2100 Workshop-rehearsal, St John’s College Chapel

Thursday 5 June 1900-2100 Rehearsal and informal commemoration, St John’s College Chapel

All singers welcome – music-reading ability is essential and some choral experience is helpful.

Participation is free, but pre-booking is required.