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Join Phoenix Choir for an evening of both soulful melodies and joyful swinging rhythms that are sure to lift your spirit. John Rutter’s Feel the Spirit is a cycle of familiar Gospel songs bought together and given new life to take you on a journey with great energy and expressive harmonies. They’re sure to get your toes tapping. Phoenix Choir has become known for the considerable creative talents both within its membership and of Musical Director Michael Fields. This concert offers a rare opportunity to revisit his Midsummer Mass. Last performed here in Eastbourne in 2019 it met with rave reviews:                                            

        ‘I have complete recordings of many masses, but few measure-up to what I heard from                                       Michael Fields……nothing could dim my admiration. This wonderful Midsummer Mass bears                               comparison with anything.’ Robin Gregory.       

At its heart is a traditional mass which masterfully draws upon music spanning time and genres for its inspiration. While being a fresh and lyrical piece it is also deceptively familiar in parts. How many references will the discerning amongst you be able to recognise?                                                                                            Phoenix Choir are delighted to be joined by soloists Ansy Boothroyd and Francesca Hunt. The ever-popular Nigel Richards, more familiar to many for his superb West End performances, makes a welcome return and the Phoenix Chamber Orchestra completes the ensemble.

Retiring collection in aid of Family Support Work and their fantastic support for neurodiverse families.