Queen of Heaven

Queen of Heaven

Temple Church Choir Thomas Allery (director) Charlie Andrews (organ)

Temple Church Choirs end of summer term concert features an array of Marian music, including Gerald Finzis glorious Magnificat. The Temple Church was consecrated in 1185 by Patriarch Heraclius of Jerusalem and dedicated to the Virgin Mary, in the presence of King Henry II. The concert celebrates the churchs dedication in exquisite choral settings from the Middle Ages to the present day, including:

Grieg: Ave maris stella Swayne: Magnificat Bruckner: Ave Maria Tavener: Hymn to the Mother of God Howells: Magnificat Collegium Regale Parsons: Ave Maria

Duration: approximately 60 minutes (no interval)