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Tenebræ

Presented by Boston Choral Ensemble at Old South Church, Boston

March 7, 2010

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Amidst the darkness of winter, the Boston Choral Ensemble brings new light to the traditional Tenebræ service with a concert of diverse musical works united by common themes of reflection, suffering, and redemption. The Lenten service of Tenebræ, once sung on the final three evenings of the Catholic Holy Week, is marked by the gradual extinguishing of candles while a series of readings and psalms are delivered. These readings are drawn from the Lamentations of Jeremiah, the writings of Saint Augustine, and the Epistles of Saint Paul; and have inspired great works from composers including Gesualdo, Lassus, Poulenc, and Victoria.

In TENEBRÆ, the Boston Choral Ensemble combines traditional works from these composers with the East Coast premiere of Paul Crabtree’s Tenebræ Responsories on Songs by Bob Dylan. The result is an innovative musical event focused on the themes of darkness and redemption, creating an sacred space for universal reflection. Please join us as we contemplate music of Tenebræ in its many forms.

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Old South Church, Boston

645 Boylston St
Boston, MA 02116

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FREE, Donation requested

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2:30pm

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Event Name: Tenebræ
"Tenebrae"
Review posted by: Janet from Boxborough MA, Mar 14, 2010

We sat enthralled during BCE's performance of Tenebrae. It was a gorgeous meditation, soul-satisfying, the voices beautifully bringing out the richness of the music. Thank you for a truly wonderful... Expand

We sat enthralled during BCE's performance of Tenebrae. It was a gorgeous meditation, soul-satisfying, the voices beautifully bringing out the richness of the music. Thank you for a truly wonderful experience! Collapse
Event Name: Tenebræ
"BCE Knocks one out of the park!"
Review posted by: Connoisseur Tom from Boston, MA, Mar 12, 2010

In the latest show of its current season, the BCE delivered a gem of a show, the dark and solemn music of Tenebræ juxtaposed with the uniquely fitting poetry of modern songwriter, Bob Dylan. The... Expand

In the latest show of its current season, the BCE delivered a gem of a show, the dark and solemn music of Tenebræ juxtaposed with the uniquely fitting poetry of modern songwriter, Bob Dylan. The stark beauty of the soloists and duets peppered throughout the performance showcased the immense talent this group has to work with. We all left the concert feeling at peace, inspired, and greatly looking forward to the Boston Choral Ensemble's next show. Collapse