Bruckner, Stravinsky, Curry, Glass

Bruckner, Stravinsky, Curry, Glass invites you to a breathtaking journey of sound, where the grand sweep of Anton Bruckner’s Mass in E‑minor—originally conceived for the open air—radiates through a vast cathedral, enriched by a 15‑piece woodwind and brass ensemble that recalls the polyphonic worlds of Palestrina, Gabrieli, and Schütz. Transitioning to the strikingly chant‑like, stark, and hypnotically beautiful world of Stravinsky’s Mass, the choir is guided by conductor David Temple into a soundscape that feels both immediate and timeless. The program then turns to the emotionally resonant songs of award‑winning video‑game composer Jessica Curry, whose 2025 release “Shielding Songs” emerged from profound personal hardship and offers pure catharsis and solace: “Now more than ever, we have to look after one another and I hope that this music brings hope and solace to listeners.” Finally, the chorus delivers an energetic, mesmeric rendition of Philip Glass’s “Vessels” from the iconic score of the cult documentary *Koyaanisqatsi*, completing a vast and contrasting feast that is the hallmark of the celebrated Crouch End Festival Chorus. For details and tickets, please visit the provided links.