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The Crimson Sun
The Crimson Sun conjures up the wonder of winter’s changing landscape through the very best contemporary choral writing for the season—with a sprinkling of early music favourites by William Byrd, Guerrero and Handl. The programme illuminates the magical quality of dark winter nights whilst speaking of a time of rejoicing and celebrating with the sharing of gifts and through the miracle of birth, hailed with wonder and elation.
“Exceptional cohesion and effortless style… faultless.” BBC Music Magazine
“Exceptional cohesion and effortless style… faultless.” BBC Music Magazine
York Early Music Christmas Festival
Tue, 9 December 2025
National Centre for Early Music
6:30pm
£35 (conc. available)
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The Crimson Sun conjures up the wonder of winter’s changing landscape through the very best contemporary choral writing for the season—with a sprinkling of early music favourites by William Byrd, Guerrero and Handl. The programme illuminates the magical quality of dark winter nights whilst speaking of a time of rejoicing and celebrating with the sharing of gifts and through the miracle of birth, hailed with wonder and elation.
“Exceptional cohesion and effortless style… faultless.” BBC Music Magazine
Venue Details & Map
Location
National Centre for Early Music
National Centre for Early Music, St Margaret's Church, Walmgate, York, YO19TL
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