Friday 2 December, 19.00–21.00

Music has long been used to celebrate the glory of God’s creation, to offer the listener an escape from worldly existence, and to invite contemplation of the heavens. Music inspired by the wonders of science may be less common but is arguably no less beautiful.

Join us for an evening of live and recorded music, and explore the power of faith and science as inspirational forces for great art. Enjoy a complimentary drinks reception, meet your fellow symposium guests, and view the critically acclaimed 'Miracles and Charms' exhibitions away from the crowds.

 

19.00 Drinks reception and a chance to see the 'Miracles and Charms' exhibitions.

19.00–19.30 and 20.00–20.30 Performances from the Marian Consort in the galleries.

A recording of ‘Allele’, from Music from the Genome, will be played in the café at intervals throughout the evening.

21.00 Wellcome Collection closes.

 

About the Marian Consort

Taking its name from the Blessed Virgin Mary, a popular focus of religious devotion in the sacred music of all ages, The Marian Consort was formed in 2007 at Oxford University. Since then, this ‘astounding’ (The Herald) ensemble has given concerts throughout the UK and Europe, has been featured on BBC Radio 3’s The Early Music Show and In Tune, and is a current ‘Young Artist’ of The Brighton Early Music Festival.

The group’s ‘auspicious’ debut disc, of Marian Devotional music of the Spanish Renaissance, has invited praise from reviewers for its ‘fluent performances’ and ‘flawlessly executed programme’, and was singled out by Andrew McGregor on Radio 3’s CD Review for its 'attractive and arresting sound'.