Advertisement
Music for ChristmasSouthern Pro Musica Strings
Conductor David Gostick
Saint-Saens - Oratorio de Noel
Composed in 1858 at age 23 while Saint-Saëns was organist at La Madeleine in Paris, it was premiered there that same Christmas. It is known for its serene, pastoral atmosphere and French-Romantic style, combining Latin liturgical texts with Biblical narrative. The piece is considered a masterful, charming work of the nineteenth century and is frequently performed during the Christmas season.
Marc-Antoine Charpentier - In nativitatem Domini canticum Composed around 1690, it blends Italian dramatic influences with French refinement to narrate the Nativity story, featuring angels, shepherds, and vocalists in three sections, often showcasing rustic pastoral elements and refined instrumental interludes. Known for its emotional depth and dramatic, yet intimate portrayal of the Nativity scene.
Advertisement
Event venue
St Mary's Church, Fratton Road, Portsea, PO1 5PA Portsmouth, United Kingdom, Barrells, Fratton Road, Portsmouth, PO1 5PA, United Kingdom
Tickets
Concerts, fests, parties, meetups — all the happenings, one place.