We're Not Dead Yet

In 1986 a student group gave its first concert with an eclectic mix of Monteverdi, Grieg and the Fairy Liquid jingle. 40 years on Monteverdi has remained a constant, and I Fagiolini has gone on to become internationally renowned, rethinking what a vocal group does from unstageable a cappella to cross-cultural projects, world premiere recordings, the podcast Choral Chihuahua – and plenty of film. In an age of AI, I Fagiolini is a hand-painted original. Join them for this anniversary celebration of their favourite music from 40 years, presented by Robert Hollingworth (BBC Radio 3, University of York).

'I Fagiolini’s consort and solo singing are exemplary' - Gramophone

'A superb ensemble, outstanding in their range and versatility.' - The Guardian

'This is serious musicianship that never takes itself too seriously – the Holy Grail of concert-going.' - The Spectator

‘Musical shapeshifters, following Hollingworth’s giddy, eclectic imagination wherever it leads.' - The Spectator

Programme:
Victoria Alma Redemptoris Mater
Senfl Das Gläut zu Speyer
Vecchi Daspuo che stabilao
Wilbye Cruel behold / Sweet honey-sucking bees
Weelkes Noel adieu thou court’s delight
Monteverdi Sfogava con le stelle / Ah dolente partita / Anima mia perdona
Elgar Go, song of mine
Adrian Williams Sweetest Love
Joanna Marsh Geocentric
Thea Musgrave Snapshots
Joanna Marsh Batter my heart
Daniel-Lesur La voix du bien-aimé /Le jardin clos
Leo Ferré Chanson d’automne