Pairings and Odd Couples is a bold exploration of musical contrasts, curated by Guest Director Huw Belling. This eclectic program brings together works from different countries and eras, placing composers in fascinating dialogue. Estonian chant meets Irish modernism, while the premiere of Belling’s Fuego Y Agua offers a fresh response to Flecha’s El Fuego.

The program also delves into the timeless versatility of J.S. Bach, highlighting his enduring influence. Spanning centuries, Pairings and Odd Couples ranges from early chant to contemporary compositions by living composers such as Finsterer and Pärt, creating a transcontinental conversation through time. These intriguing juxtapositions reveal the unexpected connections between seemingly disparate musical worlds, offering a compelling reflection on how music bridges cultures and eras.

Guest Director: Huw Belling
Soprano: Susannah Lawergren
Soprano: Amy Moore
Mezzo-Soprano: Jessica O'Donoghue
Tenor: Timothy Reynolds
Baritone: Hayden Barrington
Bass-Baritone: Andrew O'Connor

Bach - Lobet den Herrn, alle Heiden

Belling - Fuego Y Agua (World Premiere)

Flecha - El Fuego

Finsterer - Omaggio all Pieta

Andriessen - Ahania Weeping

Panufnik - Nunc Dimittis

Pärt - Magnificat

Pärt - Solfeggio

Barry - Long Time

Lassus - Ut queant laxis

D'Arrezzo - Ut queant laxis

Saturday 20 September 2025 2:00pm
Saturday 20 September 2025 7:00pm