Choirs at the Sirius Arts Centre

 Experience the Magic of Choirs at the Sirius Arts Centre

Date: Friday, 2nd May 2025
Time: 1 PM
Location: Sirius Arts Centre, Cobh, County Cork
Admission: Free

Get ready for an afternoon of breath-taking choral performances at the Sirius Arts Centre, as two distinguished international choirs—Junges Consortium Berlin from Germany and Mixed Choir "Ventspils" from Latvia—bring their vocal mastery to Cobh. 

This special event, free to the public, promises an enchanting musical journey through diverse cultures and time periods.

About Sirius Arts Centre

Sirius Arts Centre is a dynamic cultural hub in Cobh, dedicated to supporting and presenting art across various disciplines. The centre is committed to fostering artistic talent through exhibitions, performances, and artist residencies, making it the perfect venue for this celebration of choral music.

Performing Choirs & Programme

Junges Consortium Berlin (Germany)

This renowned German ensemble will present a moving selection of works, including:

• Wo ist ein so herrlich Volk – Johannes Brahms (1833-1897)

• Even when he is silent – Kim André Arnesen (b. 1980)

• My soul, there is a country – C. H. H. Parry (1848-1918)

• Tyger, tyger – Emil Råberg (b. 1985)

Mixed Choir "Ventspils" (Latvia)

Hailing from Latvia, Mixed Choir "Ventspils" will bring a vibrant selection of traditional and contemporary choral works, including:

• Zvirbuli, zvirbuli – Latvian folksong, arr. Andris Sējāns (b. 1978)

• Neba maize pati nāca – Latvian folksong, arr. Selga Mence (b. 1953)

• Ik rudeni valodiņa – Valts Pūce (b. 1962), Inese Zandere (b. 1958)

• Sasala jūrina – Latvian folksong, arr. Raimonds Pauls (b. 1936)

• Es izjāju Prūšu zemi – Latvian folksong, arr. Edgars Linde (b. 1971)

Why You Should Attend

This concert is a rare opportunity to witness exceptional choral talent in an intimate and acoustically rich setting. Whether you're a seasoned choral music enthusiast or new to the genre, this event offers something for everyone. The combination of powerful harmonies, evocative melodies, and cultural storytelling through music makes for an unforgettable afternoon.

Don’t miss this chance to immerse yourself in the beauty of choral music at the Sirius Arts Centre!