The audience experienced 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 was accompanied by two pianos and percussion, in a version of Carmina Burana approved by the composer for more flexible performance.

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

• We heard the 2025 Young Singer of the Year Winner, Leisa Edwards.

The first half of this concert included a special premiere performance 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.