Cambridge Chorale (adult category finalists in BBC Radio 3 Choir of the Year 2008) return to the beautiful setting of St Mary’s Church, Saffron Walden, with a superb programme of American-themed choral works.

Leonard Bernstein’s intriguing transatlantic commission, Chichester Psalms, performed here in its chamber version of organ, harp and percussion, is set alongside Michael Tippett’s moving arrangements of African-American spirituals taken from his oratorio, A Child of Our Time. Further choral masterpieces featured include Samuel Barber’s exquisite Agnus Dei, and Water Night from the USA’s hottest contemporary composer, Eric Whitacre. Finally, five of the best-loved American folk songs – including Yankee Doodle and Shenandoah – are given an imaginative makeover, courtesy of English arranger Daryl Runswick.

Tickets are available from Cambridge Corn Exchange box office in person or on 01223 357851 and on the door. Groups of 5 or more contact info@cambridgechorale.org.uk for discounted bookings.

For more information about Cambridge Chorale and our conductor Julian Wilkins please visit our website www.cambridgechorale.org.uk