Sacred Harmonies: reflections on faith and spirituality

Nota Bene is delighted to present a programme of choral works—featuring both a cappella and organ-accompanied sacred music—to audiences in Palmerston North and Wellington.

The concert spans a range of European composers, blending Renaissance and modern styles. Highlights include William Byrd’s Mass for Four Voices, composed during England’s Catholic persecution, and Roxanna Panufnik’s Kyrie after Byrd, which draws on Byrd’s melodies in a contemporary setting.

We are delighted to feature Heather Easting on the organ for Herbert Howells’ Collegium Regale Service, a celebrated work that pairs rich choral harmonies with the organ’s supportive role in the service settings. David Griffiths’ Beata Virgo offers a moving reflection on the Blessed Virgin Mary, blending modern harmonic language with traditional choral forms.

The programme also presents works from Jonathan Dove, Henryk Górecki and other composers, each offering unique reflections on faith and spirituality. This is an opportunity to experience a captivating range of sacred harmonies across different styles and eras.

Director: 

Maaike Christie-Beekman    

Organist: 

Heather Easting

Sat 12 April, 2025 7.30pm Saint Mary of the Angels 

17 Boulcott Street, Wellington Central, Wellington 6011

Tickets available through HUMANITIX:

Gen/Conc $35/$30 

Early Bird $30/$25 (until Sat 5th April) 

School Children free

​Note, this concert will also be performed in Palmerston North Saturday 29 March, 2025 7.00pm, Pathways Presbyterian Church.  $20/$25 Door sales only - tix not available on Humantix.