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We pay our respects to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ancestors of this land, their spirits and their legacy. The foundations laid by these ancestors give strength, inspiration and courage to current and future generations, both First Nations and non-First Nations peoples, towards creating a better Queensland.

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1 hour 10 minutes

no interval, subject to change without notice

From the roots of choral singing to the flowering of a tradition

Embark on a captivating journey with UK a cappella ensemble The Gesualdo Six as they perform a superbly curated collection of exquisite vocal consort pieces.

Experience lyrical Renaissance works celebrating nature and love by Byrd, des Prez, and Gibbons. Discover how contemporary composers breathe life into verses by Christina Rossetti and Kathleen Jamie. Immerse yourself in skilful re-imaginings of traditional British folk songs that beautifully tie the program together.

Don’t miss the outstanding vocal style of The Gesualdo Six in their first-ever Queensland performance.

The Gesualdo Six are outstanding, shifting impeccably from renaissance polyphony to twenty-first century music.

Seen and Heard International
With the voices soaring and interweaving high above us, it occurred to me that it was no wonder that in centuries past, congregations sitting in the first gothic cathedrals believed in angels.

Artstalk Magazine
An impeccably performed recital – it’s hard to think it could be better sung.

The Guardian
Weavers of rich and plangent aural tapestries, The Gesualdo Six meld style and substance with beguiling sure-footedness.

BBC Music Magazine

Program

William Byrd This sweet and merry month of May
David Bednall Put out into the deep
arr. Ralph Vaughan Williams Bushes and Briars
Alison Willis The Wind’s Warning
Joby Talbot The Wishing Tree
arr. James Whitbourn The Lark in the clear air
Anna Semple My bonny lies
Christen Holmes Summer Shower
Josquin des Prez El Grillo
Francis Poulenc Les Petites Voix
Orlando Gibbons The Silver Swan
Charles Villiers Stanford The Blue Bird
Sarah Rimkus My heart is like a singing bird
Owain Park Louisa
arr. Gordon Langford The Oak and the Ash