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 rethink 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).

Programme:
Victoria Alma Redemptoris Mater
Madrigals by Monteverdi, Wilbye and Weelkes
Two short 16th-century comedies
Howells The summer is coming
Adrian Williams Sweetest Love
Joanna Marsh Batter my heart
French corner: Sensual a cappella by Daniel-Lesur and Leo Ferré