THE MANCHESTER FESTIVE HAPPENING
Sunday 13 December 2015 3:00 pm

Handel Arrival of the Queen of Sheba
Purcell Chacony in G Minor
Bach Christmas Oratorio
Gabrieli Sonata Pian’e ForteCorelli Christmas Concerto
Berlin White Christmas
Parkin Winter
Handel Music for the Royal Fireworks
Vivaldi ‘Winter’ from The Four Seasons
Bruckner Os Justi
Telemann Sonata for String Quartet
Trad Sussex Carol
Trad O Holy Night
Gabrieli Sonatas and Canzonas for Antiphonal Brass
Martin & Blane Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas
Amina Cunningham & Laura Bowler  Presenters
Camerata Strings and Brass  

Due to popular demand, we present for the second year running a very Manchester festive happening at the atmospheric Albert Hall on Peter Street. Camerata strings and brass will perform a stunning baroque programme spiced with an array of carefully selected carols – some brooding, others bursting with joy. For Gabrieli’s Sonatas and Canzonas, our exceptional brass musicians will perform in each corner of the room, filling this old Wesleyan chapel with sound from every angle. In a twist on tradition, this event will be presented by Camerata’s very own principal flute, Amina Hussain, giving you an opportunity to get to know one of our principal musicians that little bit better. Expect mulled wine and mince pies at the bar and a pin-drop atmosphere that will stay with you long after.

DOORS OPEN 1.45pm

PRE-CONCERT TALK 2pm  Free admission
The Trumpet, Instrument of Angels: A discussion about the most noble of instruments and its development.

CONCERT 3pm