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Work: In the Bleak Midwinter

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ComposerHolst, Gustav (1874-1934)
PeriodRomantic
Work typeChoral
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LondonAt Christmas Time: Christmas Carols, Songs & Stories by Candlelight

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Gruber, Regney, Holst, Rea, Batt, Michael, Bernard, Adam, Berlin, Martin
Sophie Clarke; Ravi Nathwani; Lewis Kingsley Peart

LeuvenA Ceremony of Carols

Brussels Philharmonic
Britten, Holst, Rutter, Howells, Tchaikovsky, Traditional
Benjamin Goodson; Flemish Radio Choir

LierA Ceremony of Carols

Brussels Philharmonic
Britten, Holst, Rutter, Howells, Tchaikovsky, Traditional
Benjamin Goodson; Flemish Radio Choir
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Snow on Snow: SCO Chorus brightens the solstice darkness

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A delightful seasonal showcase from the SCO Chorus, directed and conducted by Gregory Batsleer, in a programme of ancient and modern music and texts in the historic setting of Greyfriars Kirk.

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Scottish Ensemble’s adventures in music for a winter’s night

A deeply soulful musical adventure for a winter’s night from the Scottish Ensemble to celebrate their 50th anniversary

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Bachtrack top ten: Gustav Holst

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Gustav Holst is famous for his astrological orchestral suite The Planets, but there’s more to discover in his eclectic catalogue, particularly inspired by his interests in travel and Hindu literature.