CONCERT FOR ST.CECILIA'S DAY (Nov 22^nd)

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 25^th 2006

7:30pm

CHURCH OF ST.NICOLAS, STURRY.

Concert to include:

                       Benjamin BRITTEN                              HYMN TO ST. CECILIA

                       (1913 -1976)                                          REJOICE IN THE LAMB

                       Herbert HOWELLS                               HYMN TO ST. CECILIA

                       (1892 -1983)

                       Henry PURCELL                                   WELCOME TO ALL PLEASURES

                       (1659 - 1695)

Organist:     James NORREY

Cecilia was an early Christian martyr venerated as a saint since the 5^th century and honoured as patron of music since the late 15^th century. Her celebration has given rise to a repertory of music in praise of music which spans the 16^th century to the present day.

Tickcets: £8.00 – Buy on the door