Music Before 1800: Secret Byrd

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Music Before 1800: Secret Byrd

November 9 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm EST

$65 – $80

Composer William Byrd was a covert Catholic facing brutal persecution during the Counter-Reformation in the 16th century. Hear Byrd’s Mass for Five Voices as he intended: sung for worship in strictest secrecy.

Early music phenoms The Gesualdo Six make their MB1800 debut from Britain in this landmark performance that continues to tour the world. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to experience this immersive staged mass inside the largest cathedral in the world.

Guaranteed seating is limited. Audiences are encouraged to move around the space and experience the performance on foot. See ticketing page for details.

Created and Directed by
Bill Barclay

Owain Park, Patricia Ann Neely
Directors

The Gesualdo Six
Abendmusik

Produced by
Concert Theatre Works

Details

Date:
November 9
Time:
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm EST
Cost:
$65 – $80
Website:
https://mb1800.org/concert/secret-byrd/

Organizer

Music Before 1800
Phone
212-666-9266
Email
concertmanager@mb1800.org
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Other

Contact Name
Music Before 1800
Contact Email
concertmanager@mb1800.org

Venue

Cathedral of St. John the Divine (NYC)
Amsterdam Ave. at 112th St.
New York, NY United States
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