Charles Villiers Stanford Centenary 2024
Charles Villiers Stanford, one of the great choral composers of the late 19th/Early 20th Centuries, died in March 1924.
As executors of the Stanford estate, the Royal School of Church Music publish a vast range of Stanford's music, and we hope you will join us in celebrating the music of this great composer. We will be planning a number of special events throughout the year which will feature on this page.
Come and Sing Stanford Evensong with Orchestra
Saturday 28 September 2024
Coventry Cathedral
This is an unmissable opportunity to join in with singing the beautiful service of Choral Evensong in the equally beautiful surrounding of Coventry Cathedral, alongside members of Coventry Cathedral Choir. The music marks the 100th anniversary of the death of legendary church music composer C V Stanford, on the weekend closest to his birthday. What makes this occasion really special is that not only will it be accompanied by the Cathedral’s iconic Harrison organ, but also swelled by the Warwickshire Symphony Orchestra in this rare performance (including Stanford’s uplifting Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis in A) in the fully orchestrated version of Stanford’s music. Distinguished international conductor Nicholas Cleobury will lead the event. This will be a day to remember! The singing fee includes a souvenir copy of all the music.
RSCM Celebration Day 2024
Saturday 19 October 2024
St Albans Cathedral
Celebration Day is our annual opportunity to celebrate and give thanks for the work of the RSCM and to present our Honorary Awards.
This year’s service is a wonderful opportunity for all those who enjoy Evensong to join together to share in this celebration of the work of all our Honorands, church musicians and the work of the RSCM.
As well as members of RSCM churches, individual members and supporters in the St Albans and surrounding Areas, the invitation is extended to anyone who enjoys Evensong.
We were delighted that the massed choir will be directed by distinguished conductor Dr David Hill MBE FRSCM.
Rehearsal: 14:00 – 16:15
Service: 17:00 – 18:00
Music includes:
The Stanford Responses
Stanford: Magnificat and Nunc dimittis in C
Stanford: Jubilate in B flat
Christopher Willcock*: Give us a Pure Heart
The music will be available soon from RSCM Music Direct, however it will be crucial to order the Celebration Day version. Details will be sent once available. Price £5.95 (Member Discount will apply).