The Grammy-nominated British vocal ensemble VOCES8 inspires people with “eight beautifully integrated solo voices… persuasive and committed singing” (BBC).

Central to the ensemble’s ethos is a diverse musical expression — the group performs an extensive repertoire ranging from the Renaissance to contemporary times that will appeal to aficionados of a cappella vocal music.

In the Seattle premiere of Winter Tales, there’s something for everyone, from thoughtful religious themes by Bach and Britten to holiday favorites that celebrate the season.

PROGRAM
J.S. BACH: O Jesulein süß, o Jesulein mild, BWV 493
TRADITIONAL: Gabriel’s Message
SAMUEL SCHEIDT: Puer natus in Bethlehem
JAN SWEELINCK: Hodie Christus natus est
BENJAMIN BRITTEN: Corpus Christi Carol
PHILIP STOPFORD: Lully, Lulla, Lullay
HIERONYMUS PRAETORIUS: Magnificat Quinti Toni incorporating “Joseph, Lieber Joseph Mein In Dulci Jubilo”,
JONATHAN RATHBONE: The Oxen
DAVID PICKTHALL: Christmas Lullaby
TRADITIONAL: Silent Night
JOHN COOTS & HAVEN GILLESPIE: Santa Claus is Coming to Town
JULE STYNE: Let It Snow