A beautiful 35 minute programme exploring the metaphysical poets, sung by St Martin’s Voices with readings by actor Simon Russell Beale.
Programme
Sterndale Bennett – Come live with me
Dowland – Sweet stay a while
Smart – I prithee send me back my heart
Elgar – The Shower
Elgar – The Fountain
Vaughan Williams – Sweet Day
William Bradley Roberts – Prayer of John Donne
Richard Lloyd – The Call
Judith Weir – Love bade me welcome
Parry – My soul, there is a country
Performers
St Martin’s Voices
Readings read by Simon Russell Beale
How to watch the online concert
You can watch the performance as you like until 31 August. You will receive your access details as soon as you have purchased your ticket, along with full details of how to watch the concert.