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Grand Concert: BBC National Chorus of Wales sing Carmina Burana

  • Brecon Cathedral Cathedral Close Brecon, LD3 9DP (map)

• Experience the electrifying power of Carl Orff’s Carmina Burana, performed by the BBC National Chorus of Wales in the majestic Brecon Cathedral.

• Featuring its iconic opening, O Fortuna, this spellbinding work blends ancient pagan poetry with thrilling music. The choir will be accompanied by two pianos and percussion, in a version of Carmina Burana approved by the composer for more flexible performance.

• Acclaimed soloists from Continuum join forces with one of Britain’s leading choirs for an unforgettable evening of choral brilliance.

• Hear from the 2025 Young Singer of the Year Winner and a special new commission for the BBC Chorus inspired by the poetry of R.S. Thomas

The first half of this concert includes a special premiere peformance of the R.S. Thomas poem 'Song' by Lucy Walker, as well as performances of ‘There was a Garden’ by Alex Mills and ‘Strange Light’ by Jeremy Thurlow both set to poems by Thomas.

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