Guildford Choral Promises a Summer Evening Spectacular

Published on: 7 Jun, 2025
Updated on: 7 Jun, 2025

Soloist Susanna Davis

Guildford Choral will be presenting Gloria! – a programme consisting of three much-loved pieces of music by Bruckner, Poulenc and Mozart – in a summer evening concert at Holy Trinity Church in Guildford High Street on Saturday, June 14, at 7.30pm.

The ambitious, fully auditioned choir has a rich history of performing varied, iconic choral music – a tradition spanning 186 years. They will be joined by the young soprano soloist Susanna Davis and Southern Pro Musica, one of the South’s leading professional chamber orchestras.

Gloria! will be conducted by the celebrated conductor of choral and orchestral music, Jonathan Willcocks.

The choir describes Francis Poulenc’s Gloria as a cornerstone of 20th-century choral repertoire – a vibrant and eclectic choral masterpiece reflecting his ability to blend spirituality with playful charm, infusing sacred music with a fresh, contemporary sound.

Conductor Jonathan Willcocks

Anton Bruckner’s Mass in E minor reflects Bruckner’s devout Catholic faith and innovative approach to composition, with a unique blend of solemnity and radiant spirituality.

The mass is deeply rooted in the Renaissance era, yet it incorporates Bruckner’s rich harmonic language and dramatic intensity.

Describing the work, a spokesperson for the choir says: “The distinctive orchestration of wind and brass ensemble, omitting strings and organ and scored for an eight-part mixed choir gives the work a unique sound, blending a cappella singing with a powerful accompaniment.”

Mozart’s Serenade for Wind in C minor is a dramatic and unconventional work. Unlike many serenades of the time, which were typically light and entertaining, this piece is intensely expressive.

Tickets are available via Guildford Choral: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/guildfordchoral/gloria/e-pvryel

Prices are £15 to £25, with £10 concessions available.

For more information, go to: www.guildfordchoral.org or call 0333 666 4466

Email: boxoffice@guildfordchoral.org