Joy and Sorrow: The Music of William Byrd
When:
Sunday, Feb 26, 2023 3:00p -
4:30p
Sunday, Feb 26, 2023 3:00p -
4:30p
Where:
Christ Church Andover
25 Central Street
Andover, MA 01810
Admission:
$25
Hosted by:
Categories:
Art, History, Music, Shows
Event website:
www.convivium.org
Join Convivium as we explore Byrd's beloved Mass for Five Voices, together with many other of his works that explore a wide range of expression from sorrow and anxiety to lively joy. This year marks the 400th anniversary of Byrd's death, and we are taking the opportunity to celebrate his mighty body of work. The singers all suggested some of their favorite Byrd pieces, and director Allegra Martin assembled a program that includes madrigals, English and Latin motets, and one of his three great mass settings. Byrd was a Catholic at a time when that religious choice was considered "treasonous" by the British government, and the anxiety and isolation that pressure created can be heard in some of his mass movements and his beautifully longing motets. At the same time he has many glorious and joyful musical moments as well, and was also not above some lighthearted madrigal fun. Come hear all the sides of Byrd in this musical tribute!
Regular Admission - $25
Student/Senior/limited income: $15
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