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ORA Singers directed by Suzi Digby in a spiritual performance contrasting ancient and modern sacred works performed in the historic St Kohn's Kirk, opening 2025 Perth Festival.

This well devised programme brought out the best of The Sixteen in first rate performances under the charismatic Harry Christophers.     

It could be argued that the success of contemporary music at the Presteigne Festival is due to its promotion of composers who draw on traditional forms and tonal harmony. Perhaps, but the world of contemporary music has moved on from what some nostalgically describe as the heroic avant-garde of the 1960s and 70s.