Orchestra of the Swan Delve into Midwinter

Posted on Nov 06, 2024

Orchestra of the Swan will be delving into the traditions around the winter solstice in the concert Midwinter here at Number 8 on Tuesday 3 December, 7.30pm. The concert will be an intriguing tapestry of winter music and words, created between the 12th century and the present day.

Midwinter represents a symbolic dividing line; a sacred moment at the year’s end where old gives way to new, despair transforms into hope and darkness becomes light. Since prehistory, humans have celebrated this transition by participating in rituals, often involving food and drink, dancing and music. The midwinter solstice represents that elemental moment when the sun is reborn – its significance, still to this day, not lost on humanity. The concert programme’s musical pendulum swings between the ancient and the contemporary, the religious and the secular, the familiar and the unknown.

Orchestra of the Swan, under the Artistic Direction of David Le Page strives to captivate audiences through a blend of experimentation with both classical and non-classical music, embracing their role as storytellers. Their commitment to being distinctive drives them to push creative boundaries, offering performances that are both innovative and unique. The orchestra invite you to join them at Number 8 to participate in this unique seasonal journey which illustrates just how rich and captivating a tradition there is in relation to midwinter.

Tickets priced at £16, Children £10 are on sale now. For further details or to book contact Box Office on 01386 555488 or book online here