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5 February 2019
The Sixteen perform in Chichester
Cathedral as part of anniversary year
The Sixteen, along with their orchestra, are touring
Monteverdi’s Vespers this month including a visit to Chichester
Cathedral on February 14.
By Phil Hewitt
The Sixteen
It comes as the group celebrates its 40th anniversary, as spokeswoman Joanna
Peskett explains: “In May 1979, a group of singers and instrumentalists,
brought together and conducted by Harry Christophers, gave their first
concerts as The Sixteen.
“Now, 40 years later, the choir celebrates its ruby anniversary with a season
full of concerts all over the UK and internationally, going back to key works in
its history which have provided its foundation as well as looking forward with
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