Scottish Ensemble: Bach & Blood
A slow-burn, underground neoclassical night.
Musical voices from across the centuries unite in a performance exploring ritual, reflection, and transcendence. The programme features J.S. Bach’s Chaconne, famously described as the greatest solo violin structure, paired with accompanying chorales. Arvo Pärt’s Greater Antiphons provides moments of shimmering stillness and timeless devotion. The evening concludes with the London premiere of David Fennessy’s Blood, where solo violin flows through haunting choral textures and ancient chants merge with orchestral strings. This visceral work transforms primal vocal sounds into a powerful, resonant sonic landscape.
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Where is the performance taking place?+
The concert takes place at the Milton Court Concert Hall, located within the Guildhall School of Music and Drama in London.
Who is performing at this concert?+
The program features the Scottish Ensemble led by Jonathan Morton, alongside the NYCOS Chamber Choir and conductor Christopher Bell.
What is the program for the evening?+
The performance includes J.S. Bach’s Chaconne, Arvo Pärt’s Greater Antiphons, and the London premiere of David Fennessy’s work titled Blood.
How do I get tickets for this performance?+
You can purchase tickets through the official Barbican box office. Tickets on Mood.
