Benson Choral Society perform Monteverdi's Vespers of the Blessed Virgin, (1610). An authentic performance with the Ensemble Pro Victoria as vocal soloists, the Monteverdi String Band and His Majesty's Sagbutts and Cornetts, a pioneering British early music brass ensemble. Musical director, Thomas Neal, Saturday December 5th, 7.30pm, in beautiful historic Dorchester Abbey. Tickets: £23 (reserved), £20 (unreserved), £12 for under 21s (all seats) . Book at www.bensonchoralsociety.org.uk
Monteverdi's celebrated masterpiece of sacred music, first performed in St. Mark's cathedral, Venice. Some of the soloists will be spread around the historic and atmospheric Dorchester Abbey adding to the dramatic effect.
Glorious choral music, virtuoso solo singing and dazzling instrumental colours -- this promises to be a memorable evening of musical brilliance.