Modern Sacred Classics Concert

Watford Philharmonic Society

Requiem - John Rutter

Requiem - Gabriel Fauré

Nimrod - Enigma Variations - Sir Edward Elgar 

Pavane in F sharp minor - Gabriel Fauré

The Choir and Orchestra of Watford Philharmonic Society, along with Musical Director, Michael Cayton, are delighted to present an evening of Modern Sacred Classics.

The programme includes two of the great Requiems by masters of melody, English composer John Rutter and 19th century Frenchman Gabriel Fauré, whose Requiem  is unusually serene, focusing on themes of eternal rest and peace. By contrast, John Rutter’s work follows a more traditional form, combining darkly dramatic passages with soaring and exquisite melodies.

We’re especially pleased to dedicate our performance of the Rutter Requiem to the memory of our President and former music director Terry Edwards, whose death was announced earlier this month. Terry conducted this lovely piece in his very first concert with us in 2006.