Oxford Schola Cantorum at Tain
22nd July 2009
North Highland Connections presents
Oxford Schola Cantorum at Tain
Friday, 18th September at the Collegiate Church (St. Duthus) in Tain
On Friday, 18th September there will be a performance by the celebrated Oxford chamber choir, Schola Cantorum, in the appropriate and inspiring setting of the Collegiate Church (St Duthus) in Tain.
The visit is part of a 50th Anniversary UK tour by the choir. Do not miss the only appearance in the Highlands! Music by composers with links to Oxford, including Taverner, Sheppard, Parry, Walton and more recent works by Francis Grier, Roderick Williams and Tarik O'Regan, as well as music with connections to the areas they visit.
Admission: £8; £6 for seniors and students. Seat reservation strongly recommended: phone 01955-606695 or by email: MF[AT]northhighlandconnections.org
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