Tickets
Adult £12 | Under 11's £8
Dates
Doors open at 7pm for a 7:30pm start. It is anticipated that this seated event will run for approximately one hour.
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About this event
A unique opportunity to hear Holst’s ‘The Planets’ performed on Truro Cathedral’s magnificent Father Willis organ whilst seated underneath Luke Jerram’s spectacular Gaia artwork.
The performance will be undertaken by John Challenger, assistant director of music at Salisbury Cathedral, who has transposed Holst’s seven-movement work, originally written to be performed by a large orchestra, specifically for the Father Willis Organ. Not copying the effect of the orchestral instruments, but finding a new version of the suite.
Speaking about his arrangement, Challenger said, “I would not have arranged The Planets for any pipe organ, but it is the character and versatility of this particular instrument which allows the music to flow. I’m not trying to imitate the orchestra but allow the music to be reborn with an organ identity.”
This promises to be a unique and exciting event enhanced by also experiencing the full illumination effect of Gaia in the darker, after-hours setting of the cathedral.
£12.00 per person (Under 11’s £8.00). All funds raised will directly support the care and upkeep of Truro Cathedral.
Image: Jim Huntsman, Gaia 2019, Fire & Light Falkirk, UK
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There is ramp access at the front of the cathedral in High Cross near the front entrance. Nearly all parts of the cathedral are accessible by ramp, but St Mary’s aisle is not accessible by wheelchair. There is an accessible toilet near the Chapter House. A hearing loop is installed, with a portable loop also available. Large print service orders are available. There is a wheelchair available for use by the ramp entrance. Steward assistance is available where possible.
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