The English in Europe – The Gesualdo Six
The Gesualdo Six explore the transmission of sacred choral traditions in Renaissance Europe, shaped by patronage, pedagogy, and cultural exchange.
- DateFriday, 3 October 2025 (13:00 - 13:50)
- LocationElgar Concert Hall, Bramall Music Building, University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham, B15 2TT
Barber Lunchtime Concert
- Owain Park director
- Guy James, Alasdair Austin countertenor
- Joseph Wicks, Josh Cooter tenor
- Simon Grant baritone
The Gesualdo Six explore the transmission of sacred choral traditions in Renaissance Europe, shaped by patronage, pedagogy, and cultural exchange. At its core is the Contenance Angloise - a distinctive English style of rich consonance, flowing melodies, and controlled dissonance that influenced continental composers.
Programme includes:
- Binchois Da pacem, Domine
- Dunstaple Veni sancte Spiritus
- Du Fay Nuper rosarum flores
- Mouton Tota pulchra es
- Byrd Infelix Ego: iii. Ad te igitur
Free
Location
Address
Elgar Concert HallBramall Music BuildingUniversity of BirminghamEdgbastonBirminghamB15 2TT