Concerts

Saturday, March 15, 2008
St Peter's Cathedral at 6.30pm
Stainer's Crucifixion
Conducted by Aldis Sils
Organist Peter Kelsall
Soloists: Robert McFarlane and Lachlan Scott

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The Adelaide Philharmonia Chorus will perform John Stainer’s Crucifixion on Saturday, March 15, at 6.30pm in St. Peters Cathedral, North Adelaide. The Chorus will be conducted by Aldis Sils with soloists Robert McFarlane (tenor) and Lachlan Scott (bass) with Peter Kelsall as the organist.

John Stainer was knighted by Queen Victoria for his services to music as a composer, music educator and researcher, and is remembered mainly for this major work. CrucifixionI> continues to be a favourite of church and professional choirs, particularly in the UK. The music is noted for its melodic lines and includes well loved hymns and the anthem, God So Loved the World.

Join the Chorus for this inspirational beginning to the Easter Festival.

Tickets – $30 adult, $25 concession (SPU), $10 children. Available at BASS or phone Rick 8363 2203.

For any enquiries re publicity, assisted access to the Cathedral, etc, please contact Barbara Hopwood 0407 970 698 or Fran Verrall 8296 7690.

For any other enquiries please contact the secretary, Fran Verrall